Conclusion Meanings:
'Exonerated': or 'Within NYPD Guidelines' - The conduct occurred but did not violate the NYPD's own rules, which often give officers significant discretion.
'Unfounded': Evidence suggests that the event or alleged conduct did not occur.
'Unsubstantiated': or 'Unable to Determine' - The alleged conduct was investigated but could not determine both that the conduct occurred and that it broke the rules.
Further details on conclusions.
Named in 3 known lawsuits, $42,500 total settlements.
Green, Donavan vs City of Ny, et al.
Case # 501017/2025,
Supreme Court - Kings, March 11, 2025
Smith, Brennan vs City of Ny, et al.
Case # 523165/2022,
Supreme Court - Kings, November 12, 2020, ended September 8, 2025
$27,500 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On August 11, 2019, at around 12:30 a.m., Mr. Smith was walking with friends near 849 Flushing Avenue in Brooklyn when he was assaulted and arrested by NYPD officers without justification or probable cause. Officers in an unmarked vehicle followed the group and singled out Mr. Smith, allegedly due to his race or other protected status. One of the officers, believed to be Lt. Martin McKinney, used vulgar language, pushed Mr. Smith, and, along with other officers, applied excessive force, causing injuries. Mr. Smith was placed in overly tight handcuffs, despite not resisting arrest.
The officers failed to intervene or provide medical attention, and Mr. Smith was falsely charged with obstructing governmental admi...
Hassan, Frances vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 12CV05272,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, November 5, 2012, ended May 2, 2013
$15,000 Settlement