Conclusion Meanings:
'Unfounded': Evidence suggests that the event or alleged conduct did not occur.
'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.
'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.
Spicer, Lydia vs City of Ny, et al.
Case # 720768/2020,
Supreme Court - Queens, February 19, 2021
Complaint
Description: On May 24, 2019, plaintiff, who was emotionally disturbed at the time, was approached by officers Casey Thomas and William Crowe, who knew or should have known plaintiff was emotionally disturbed at the time they pursued her. As they approached her, the plaintiff reacted and the officers shot her in the abdomen, despite being equipped with tasers.