Named in 9 known lawsuits, $375,000 total settlements.
West, Derrick vs City of Ny, et al.
Case # 531974/2021,
Supreme Court - Kings, December 23, 2021
Complaint
Description: On January 16, 2021, Plaintiff was lawfully attending a police protest. plaintiff was the video recorder for the protest. Police ordered the protesters to clear the street. which Plainitff and other protesters move to the sidewalk. Defendant Cheng approached and grabbed a protestor in front of Plaintiff. In fear that the Protester would step back and step on his already fractured toe, Plaintiff stepped back and lost balance. In an effort not to fall Plaintiff reached out and grabbed the protestor. however Plaintiff never made physical contact with the protestor. however focus shifted to Plaintiff as he was filming. Defendant Cheng swung at Plaintiff in an attempt to knock his phone out of his hands but instead ...
Camille, Arlena vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 522158/2020,
Supreme Court - Kings, November 17, 2020
Complaint
Description: On or about August 31st, 2019, Plaintiff was subjected to physical and psychological abuse by PO "John Doe" at the 71st Precinct. After being transported to Central Booking in the King's County Criminal Courthouse on or about September 1st, 2019, Plaintiff was further verbally and physically abused while in the custody of Central Booking Attendant "Jane Doe". Plaintiff was violently pushed to the floor of the holding cell by Attendant "Jane Doe", causing harm to Plaintiff's back and hip. When Plaintiff asked for medical injuries, her pleas were ignored by present officers including Attendant "Jane Doe."
Payne, Jarrett, et Al vs De Blasio, Bill, et al.
Case # 20CV08924,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, October 26, 2020
Complaint
Description: During the protests in response to the killing of George Floyd in May and June 2020, Plaintiffs who were peacefully protesting against police violence and misconduct, were unlawfully arrested, subjected to excessive force including assault and battery with batons, pepper spray, and excessively tight handcuffs. NYPD Officers ignored requests for medical help, did not wear masks despite the Covid-19 pandemic, refused to acknowledge protestor pronouns, discriminated against protestors on the basis of race, stuck protestors in the head, referred to protestors as "bodies". This conduct was taken without giving protestors adequate notice or opportunity to disperse. Plaintiffs' civil rights were violated and Plaintiff...
Wynter, Tamara vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 20CV02924,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, July 2, 2020, ended March 8, 2023
$40,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On April 9, 2020, plaintiff Tammara Wynter was shopping at a grocery store when she noticed PO Welch touching produce randomly amidst a global pandemic. Plaintiff approach PO Welch and suggested Welch be more cautious when handling the produce. PO Welch was angered by the suggestion and PO Welch, Sergeant Cheng, and PO Mirza slammed plaintiff into a table and handcuffed her in the store. Plaintiff repeatedly informed the POs that the handcuffs were too tight and causing pain, but the officers refused to loosen them. Plaintiff was eventually taken outside, where she was slammed on the POs RMP and repeatedly slammed her with the RMP door while attempting to place her in the vehicle. Plaintiff already had a brace ...
Clarkson, Norris, et al. vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 15CV05254,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, September 15, 2015, ended April 21, 2016
$70,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: Defendant officers, using excessive force, arrested Plaintiffs after they refused to let them enter their home until a search warrant was presented. Plaintiffs were brought to the 71st precinct and later released from custody on after the false criminal charges were ACD'd
Bradshaw, Jeddison vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 003128/2015,
Supreme Court - Kings, March 23, 2015, ended June 26, 2015
Zero Disposition
Jackson, Allen vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 15CV00450,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, February 19, 2015, ended October 13, 2015
$25,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: Plaintiff observed arrest of his friend inside apartment building. Defendant Officers entered Plaintiff's apartment without permission and arrested Plaintiff. Defendant Officer dragged plaintiff down two flights of stairs while Plaintiff was handcuffed. Plaintiff was taken to the 71st precinct and released without charge after three hours.
Smith, Keith vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 12CV03913,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, August 8, 2012, ended July 22, 2013
$20,000 Settlement
Flores, Ariel vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 10CV03089,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, April 12, 2010, ended May 24, 2012
$220,000 Settlement