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, $130,000 total settlements.
Krieg, Christopher vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 15CV03626,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, August 4, 2014, ended April 4, 2016
$115,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On June 15, 2012, Christopher Krieg, a paraplegic, was subjected to severe mistreatment by NYPD Officers during his arrest and transport, exacerbating his medical conditions. Officers, including Detectives Gerard Beyrodt and Ryan Lane, forcibly removed Krieg from his wheelchair, placed him unrestrained in a cargo van, and ignored his medical needs, leading to further injury and hospitalization.
Wright, Lahmeek vs City of Ny, et al.
Case # 502859/2013,
Supreme Court - Kings, September 26, 2013, ended January 22, 2026
Administrative Closing
Complaint,
Summons/Complaint
Description: On April 13, 2011 at 65 E. 96th St, Brooklyn, NY, Defendants approached Plaintiff with their loaded firearms, outstretched limbs and other objects which they used to physically seize, strike and restrain, and arrest plaintiff. Plaintiff was brought to the 67th Precinct followed by Central Booking, then was charged and prosecuted in Brooklyn Criminal Court. Plaintiff was held in custody more than 24 hours before he was arraigned and released on his own recognizance. On March 30, 2012 the criminal prosecution ended with an adjournment in contemplation of dismissal.
Burnham, Everet vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 12CV02980,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, June 26, 2012, ended February 8, 2013
$15,000 Settlement