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.
'Substantiated': The misconduct occurred and it violated the rules. The NYPD has discretion over what, if any, discipline is imposed.
'Unable to Determine': The alleged conduct was investigated but could not determine both that the conduct occurred and that it broke the rules.
'Unfounded': Evidence suggests that the event or alleged conduct did not occur.
Further details on conclusions.
Named in 4 known lawsuits, $150,000 total settlements.
Rodriguez, Marcel, et Al vs City of Ny, et al.
Case # 24CV08026,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, December 10, 2024, ended April 20, 2026
$150,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On July 26, 2023, Plaintiffs Marcel Rodriguez and Jose Colon were lawfully riding a moped in the Bronx, when they were pursued by unmarked vehicles without sirens or proper identification. One vehicle, without warning or lawful justification, deployed pepper spray directly into Plaintiff Rodriguez’s face, causing severe pain. The Plaintiffs, unaware the vehicles were occupied by law enforcement, attempted to escape. However, their path was blocked by a second vehicle, and Plaintiff Rodriguez crashed into the first vehicle while Colon's foot was run over by the second vehicle, causing injury. Despite their incapacitated state, the Defendant officers escalated the situation with further unlawful actions, includin...
Saheed, Hafeez vs Police Dept, Nyc, et al.
Case # 24CV07079,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, November 27, 2024
Purcell-Holmes, Tishan vs City of Ny, et al.
Case # 809490/2024E,
Supreme Court - Bronx, June 17, 2024
Complaint
Description: On March 29, 2022, Tishan Purcell-Holmes was driving with his friend Noel Budran in the Bronx when he was approached by Officer Pierre Senat. After providing his license and registration, Purcell-Holmes was instructed to exit the vehicle and was frisked by officers without being given a reason or explanation. Despite no evidence of weapons or contraband, Officer Senat claimed that Purcell-Holmes had swerved and obstructed his view. His vehicle was then searched by several officers. Purcell-Holmes was subsequently handcuffed and taken to the 47th Precinct, where he was charged with possession of a loaded firearm. He was held at Rikers Island until his bail was posted, and his case remained open for 14 months. Du...
Rose, Hugh vs City of Ny, et al.
Case # 801693/2024E,
Supreme Court - Bronx, January 30, 2024
Complaint
Description: On September 27, 2021, Defendant Officer Argenis Paulino approached Plaintiff, searched Plaintiff, handcuffed Plaintiff and intentionally and falsely accused Plaintiff of having committed the crime of Criminal Possession of a Weapon. The following day, a criminal complaint was issued at the directive of Defendant Officer Paulino and a criminal action commenced. Plaintiff was released from custody on or about September 30, 2021. Plaintiff had to defend against false charges until the matter was terminated in Plaintiff's favor on December 14, 2022.
