Conclusion Meanings:
'Exonerated': or '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, $45,000 total settlements.
Joseph, Ainsley vs Mjeshtri, Muhamet, et al.
Case # 518771/2019,
Supreme Court - Kings, September 23, 2019, ended August 4, 2023
Administrative Closing
Johnson, Izel vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 13CV05391,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, October 2, 2013, ended December 12, 2014
$45,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On May 26, 2012, Plaintiff was lawfully present in Brooklyn and approaching his acquaintance for a handshake when he was approached by several police officers including defendant Francis. One of the officers told Plaintiff to move out of his way, and Plaintiff attempted to comply. Instead, one of the officers grabbed him and threw him against a store window, shattering the window. Plaintiff was placed under arrest, taken to a hospital for treatment, and ultimately taken to the precinct, where defendants falsely informed the Kings County D.A. that Plaintiff committed the following crimes: resisting arrest, attempting assault, disorderly conduct, and harassment. Plaintiff was ultimately released and the charges w...