Conclusion Meanings:
'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.
'Within NYPD Guidelines': The conduct occurred but did not violate the NYPD's own rules, which often give officers significant discretion.
Further details on conclusions.
Named in 4 known lawsuits, $166,000 total settlements.
Middleton, Ronald, et al. vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 14CV07389,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, December 31, 2014, ended August 7, 2015
$75,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On April 16th, 2013, Plaintiffs were at a bar socializing. Suddenly, NYPD Police Officers including Sergeant David Leonardi, Police Officer Erin Filpo and others rushed the location, forcibly grabbed and handcuffed the plaintiffs, and arrested them for no reason. The officers then made false statements to the DA's office, causing Plaintiffs to be charged with possession offenses.
Smith, Kenneth vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 14CV03726,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, August 27, 2014, ended December 10, 2014
$13,500 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On June 25, 2011, the Plaintiff was falsely arrested for possessing contraband. He was held in central booking for two days and later released. Several cour appearances later, all charges were dropped.
Shipman, Javon vs Lieutenant Machado, Luis, et al.
Case # 13CV07184,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, December 17, 2013, ended March 21, 2014
$40,000 Settlement
Complaint,
Stipulation
Haynes, Cherean, et Al vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 12CV01627,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, April 5, 2012, ended February 7, 2013
$37,500 Settlement