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.
Named in 2 known lawsuits, $12,500 total settlements.
Philogene-Bey, James vs O'neil, James P., et al.
Case # 17CV01486,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, March 23, 2017
Complaint
Description: Plaintiff was pulled over after being followed by an unmarked police car with their emergency flash lights on. Defendant P.O. Rushtlion spoke to the plaintiff in a "negative, loud, hostile tone of voice". Plaintiff was told to exit his car and place his hands on the hood of the car. Rushtlion pulled the plaintiff's arm, dragged him by a chokehold, and body slammed the plaintiff onto his car. Defendants Sandoval and Olsen then searched the plaintiff's shirt and pants pockets. The plaintiff's request to call captain in regards to his illegal search and arrest was denied. The defendants also refused the plaintiff of his Miranda rights. Plaintiff was released on ROR.
Massey, Fatima vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 13CV07027,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, February 26, 2014, ended March 31, 2015
$12,500 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On October 3, 2012, Plaintiff (who is Black) was attending a CAMBA Back to Work Program when police officers Anita Sandoval and Richard Riley (who are both white) randomly surrounded her. Officer Sandoval directed Plaintiff's supervisor to leave the area, and Officer Riley swore at Plaintiff, grabbed her, slammed her against the wall, and then slammed her (face down) against the floor. Officer Riley then dug his knee into Plaintiff's back as he handcuffed her with unnecessary tightness. Riley then pulled Plaintiff off the floor by the handcuffs. When Plaintiff complained about the handcuffs, Riley tightened them even more. He then grabbed Plaintiff's buttocks and felt around her crotch, claiming he was sea...