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.
Further details on conclusion definitions.
Soto vs. New York et al.
Case # 15CV04427,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY
$15,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: Plaintiff was approached by Defendant Officer Rodriquez who assaulted him with the assistance of Defendant Officers Rambara and Alam, resulting in injury. Plaintiff was arrested for Disorderly Conduct and Resisting Arrest and sent to Police Service Area 5, where he was strip searched. Both charges were ultimately dismissed.