Conclusion Meanings:
'Substantiated': The misconduct occurred and it violated the rules. The NYPD has discretion over what, if any, discipline is imposed.
'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.
Named in 2 known lawsuits, $8,500 total settlements.
Wise, Terrence vs City of Ny, et al.
Case # 23CV05935,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, January 23, 2024
Williams, Dwon vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 513303/2019,
Supreme Court - Kings, July 15, 2019, ended April 13, 2020
$8,500 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On March 19, 2018, Plaintiff was driving in Kings County, New York, when Plaintiff was stopped by NYPD Officer Kevin Pereira. Officer Pereira falsely accused Plaintiff of speeding, when, in fact, the stop was motivated by racial profiling, as Plaintiff was a young black male driving a BMW. During the encounter, Plaintiff was arrested after providing license and insurance but being unable to immediately provide the vehicle registration. The arrest and detention lasted for about 24 hours before Plaintiff was arraigned and released. Plaintiff suffered emotional distress, including anxiety and humiliation, and was charged based on fabricated claims by Officer Pereira. The charges were eventually dismissed on Septem...