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 2 known lawsuits, $2,000 total settlements.
Holmes, Hasan vs City of Ny, et al.
Case # 024527/2016E,
Supreme Court - Bronx, November 1, 2016, ended January 14, 2026
Administrative Closing
Complaint
Description: On July 5, 2013, Defendant officers suddenly grabbed Plaintiff as he was lawfully walking and threw Plaintiff on the ground. Officers began kicking and punching him, and as a result, Plaintiff suffered serious physical injuries. Due to the severe beating, Plaintiff suffered numerous physical injuries and repeatedly asked for medical attention but was denied. After several hours, EMS was called to the precinct and determined Plaintiff needed to be transferred to the hospital for injuries sustained from the officers’ excessive force. On July 6, 2013, Plaintiff was transported to Bronx Central Booking and because Plaintiff could not post bail, he was transferred to the Department of Correction.
Summerville, Michael vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 14CV08097,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, October 21, 2014, ended April 28, 2016
$2,000 Settlement
Complaint,
Second Amended Complaint
Description: On September 17, 2014, Plaintiff was at Mount Saint Michael Academy, located at 4300 Murdock Avenue in Bronx, New York, from approximately 7:00 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. Plaintiff is a referee for the Metropolitan Football Officials Association and was there for a referee meeting. As he left, he walked toward his motorcycle, when he heard someone yell "put your hands up!" Plaintiff turned to see a Hispanic male, who later identified himself as Defendant P.O. Colon, and an unknown female. Defendant Colon drew a firearm and pointed it at Plaintiff's face, and again shouted for Plaintiff to put his hands up. Defendant Colon aggressively grabbed the Plaintiff and handcuffed him. The handcuffs were tight, causing swelling a...