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.
'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 5 known lawsuits, $705,000 total settlements.
Nelson, Kareem vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 150167/2014,
Supreme Court - New York, January 14, 2014
Complaint
Description: On October 18, 2012, Plaintiff was viciously attacked and falsely arrested by NYPD Officer Cortney Allen (Shield #17212) and other unidentified officers. The officers allegedly used excessive force during the arrest and detained him without probable cause, justification, or a warrant. Nelson was then held against his will and subjected to further mistreatment.
Nelson alleges that the officers’ actions were intentional, reckless, and negligent, and that the City of New York and the NYPD failed to properly hire, train, and supervise its officers, leading to his unlawful arrest and injuries.
Mason, Dwayne vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 13CV07139,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, November 1, 2013, ended September 22, 2015
$625,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: After plaintiff witnessed Defendant Officers assaulting two civilians, they approached him, threw him to the ground, and handcuffed him and Sgt. Rodriguez kicked Plaintiff in the eye. Plaintiff was taken to the 28th Precinct and charged with OGA and Resisting Arrest, which were later ACD'd
Hancock, Christopher vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 10CV07989,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, October 22, 2010, ended January 3, 2014
$10,000 Settlement
McCrae v. The City of New York et al
Case # 08CV06531,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY
$35,000 Settlement
Complaint,
Stipulation
Watson v. The City of New York et al
Case # 08CV06555,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY
$35,000 Settlement
Stipulation