Substantiated Allegations:
Abuse of Authority: Improper use of body-worn camera
Abuse of Authority: Improper use of body-worn camera
Joel L. Cruz
Badge #3016,
Hispanic Male
Service
started April 2019, ended March 2026,
Tax #967465
Complaints
1
Complaint
2
Allegations
1
Substantiated
1
Substantiated (Formalized Training)
1
Within NYPD Guidelines
Complaint #202306053,
July 2023
additional details
| Allegation: | Force: Physical force |
|---|---|
| Complainant: | Age 21-24 |
| CCRB Conclusion: | Within NYPD Guidelines |
| Allegation: | Abuse of Authority: Improper use of body-worn camera |
| Complainant: | Age 21-24 |
| CCRB Conclusion: | Substantiated (Formalized Training) |
| Penalty: | Formalized Training |
| Complaint #202306053, July 2023 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Allegation | Complainant | CCRB Conclusion |
| Force: Physical force | Age 21-24 | Within NYPD Guidelines |
| Abuse of Authority: Improper use of body-worn camera | Age 21-24 | Substantiated (Formalized Training) |
| Penalty: Formalized Training | ||
| additional details | ||
Conclusion Meanings:
'Substantiated': The misconduct occurred and it violated the rules. The NYPD has discretion over what, if any, discipline is imposed.
'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.