Conclusion Meanings:
'Exonerated': or 'Within NYPD Guidelines' - the alleged conduct occurred but did not violate the NYPD's own rules, which often give officers significant discretion.
'Substantiated': The alleged conduct occurred and it violated the rules. The NYPD has discretion over what, if any, discipline is imposed.
'Unfounded': Evidence suggests that the event or alleged conduct did not occur.
'Unsubstantiated': or 'Unable to Determine' - CCRB has fully investigated but could not affirmatively conclude both that the conduct occurred and that it broke the rules.
Further details on conclusion definitions.
Named in 5 known lawsuits, $290,000 total settlements.
Dawkins, Brandon vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 525284/2020,
Supreme Court - Kings, December 22, 2020
Paul, Styves vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 525290/2020,
Supreme Court - Kings, December 22, 2020
Gardner, Janice, et al. vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 16CV06476,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, January 10, 2017
Complaint
Description: The plaintiffs were attending a family picnic when an unknown individual sexually harassed and assaulted one of the plaintiffs. The family jumped in trying to protect the plaintiff. The defendant police officers arrived on the scene and indiscriminately attacked the plaintiffs with punches and mace. The plaintiffs were arrested and taken to Brooklyn Central Booking. They were charged with assault, resisting arrest, and obstruction of governmental administration. The charges are still pending.
Painson, Ashley, et al. vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 14CV02788,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, May 13, 2014, ended June 11, 2015
$265,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: Plaintiffs went outside of their residence to get some fresh air. They were told by defendant officers to disperse even if they had not committed any crimes. Defendant officers then proceeded to arrest the plaintiffs, used excessive force, and transported the plaintiffs to the 79th precinct. Defendant officers gave false statements to prosecute the plaintiffs.
Washington, Gene vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 13CV05583,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, August 15, 2013, ended October 10, 2014
$25,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On July 9, 2013, Plaintiff was unlawfully assaulted and arrested by NYPD Officers. Plaintiff was issued a desk appearance ticket which falsely charged him with disorderly conduct. The ticket was dismissed on October 9, 2013.