Named in 2 known lawsuits, $55,000 total settlements.
Whyte, Shavaun vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 017918/2013,
Supreme Court - Kings, October 17, 2013
Joseph, Jarreth vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 13CV05448,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, October 2, 2013, ended May 23, 2014
$55,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On July 28, 2013, in the vicinity of Brooklyn and Snyder Avenues, Brooklyn, NY, plaintiffs were in Joseph's vehicle returning from a barbecue. The vehicle developed a flat tire and Joseph came to a stop. Joseph was then approached by Ruane, one of two motorcycle officers, who told him he had passed through a red light before stopping and asked for his driver's license. Joseph complied with the officer's directive without argument. Other officers were called to the scene.
Plaintiff Gibbons was seated in the rear of the vehicle and to assist the officer's visibility, opened the door to the van so that Pacheco could see inside. Pacheco sprayed mace into the rear of the van, which hit directly into Gibbons's face....