Conclusion Meanings:
'Substantiated': The misconduct 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.
'Within NYPD Guidelines': The conduct occurred but did not violate the NYPD's own rules, which often give officers significant discretion.
Further details on conclusions.
Waldron, Devonte vs City of Ny, et al.
Case # 24CV08315,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, December 24, 2024, ended June 15, 2026
$50,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On October 9, 2023, Plaintiff, an African American male with mental and intellectual disabilities, was walking home after leaving a party in Lafayette Gardens, Brooklyn, when he was approached by five men wearing religious attire resembling that of Hasidic Jews. These men assaulted and battered him violently. Defendant NYPD Officers, including Police Officer Ortega and Captain Goodchild, were aware of the situation but failed to intervene. The Defendants also tried to dissuade Plaintiff from pressing charges against the 5 men because they are jewish and filing complaint against NYPD.