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.
'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, $57,500 total settlements.
Freedman, Melissa vs P.O. Martinez Alonzo, et al.
Case # 15CV01956,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, March 18, 2015, ended January 11, 2016
$7,500 Settlement
Complaint
Description: Plaintiff was acting as a legal observer for a "Stop & frisk" protest when Defendant officers grabbed her, handcuffed her, and took her to the 19th Precinct. Plaintiff was charged with disorderly conduct which was later dismissed.
Shah, Kunal N. vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 157342/2014,
Supreme Court - New York, August 4, 2014, ended February 27, 2015
$30,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On or about July 28, 2013 Plaintiff was a lawful pedestrian when he was approached by PO "John" Martinez approached and proceeded to violently arrest and handcuff Plaintiff without legal justification. PO Martinez subjected Plaintiff to unlawful pat downs, searches, and multiple breathalyzer tests, and affixed the handcuffs so tightly as to cause pain. Plaintiff was transported to the 28th Precinct then Central Booking, and was ultimately held for approximately 20 hours. Plaintiff was maliciously prosecuted, led by District Attorney Cyrus Vance Jr., and compelled to appear in court approximately 9 times to defend against the false charges until all were dismissed on April 10, 2014. Plaintiff was deprived of his...
Hudson, Anthony vs Police Department, Nyc, et al.
Case # 006711/2012,
Supreme Court - Kings, April 9, 2012, ended February 6, 2013
$20,000 Settlement