Conclusion Meanings:
'Unfounded': Evidence suggests that the event or alleged conduct did not occur.
'Within NYPD Guidelines': The alleged conduct occurred but did not violate the NYPD's own rules, which often give officers significant discretion.
Further details on conclusion definitions.
Thomas, Shawn Randall vs Police Officer Valentine, Nickey A., et al.
Case # 18CV05531,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, December 18, 2018, ended February 7, 2020
$50,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On October 9, 2015, Plaintiff Thomas was arrested for a misdemeanor and a violation. Defendant Officer Gorga pushed Plaintiff Thomas, slammed him into a subway bench, and punched him in the chest during arrest. While in custody, Plaintiff Thomas was harassed and taunted by Defendant Officer Schwaner and others. Plaintiff Thomas was brought to Brooklyn Hospital for his injuries, where Defendant Officer Malchevsky and Miroshnyk refused Plaintiff Thomas' requests for food, water, and to use the bathroom. Back in jail, Plaintiff Thomas was refused water and food by Defendant Officers Diaz-Oliver and Rice. Defendant Officer Victoria handcuffed Plaintiff Thomas for 6 hours in a holding cell and refused to release the...