Conclusion Meanings:
'Substantiated': The misconduct occurred and it violated the rules. The NYPD has discretion over what, if any, discipline is imposed.
Further details on conclusions.
Named in 3 known lawsuits, $110,000 total settlements.
Bell, James vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 13CV02250,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, April 11, 2013, ended July 25, 2013
$2,500 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On April 27, 2012, plaintiff was approached on the street by 3 officers and thrown against the window. Plaintiff was then searched without cause and was asked "where are the drugs." Plaintiff tried to explain to the officers that they had the wrong person, but was placed under arrest for Criminal Trespass. Plaintiff then spent 3 hours in a police van with others who were similarly arrested before he was taken to the precinct. All charges against Plaintiff were dismissed about a year later.
Tong, Hsaingtak vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 12CV09293,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, December 20, 2012, ended May 10, 2013
$87,500 Settlement
Santiago v. The City of New York et al
Case # 11CV04109,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY
$20,000 Settlement
Amended Complaint,
Stipulation