Conclusion Meanings:
'Substantiated': The misconduct occurred and it violated the rules. The NYPD has discretion over what, if any, discipline is imposed.
'Unfounded': Evidence suggests that the event or alleged conduct did not occur.
Further details on conclusions.
Named in 2 known lawsuits, $208,000 total settlements.
Azagury, Joe vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 159947/2016,
Supreme Court - New York, December 9, 2016, ended September 12, 2017
$8,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On January 6, 2016, Officer Jennifer Brown, along with two unnamed officers, wrongfully touched, grabbed, assaulted, searched, arrested, and imprisoned the Plaintiff without legal cause, a warrant, or provocation. Additionally, the Defendants knowingly initiated a false criminal proceeding against the Plaintiff. The charges against the Plaintiff were ultimately dismissed. As a result of the Defendants’ actions, the Plaintiff sustained physical injuries, humiliation, mental anguish, psychological trauma, and damage to his character and reputation.
Barbosa, Ricardo vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 12CV05941,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, December 11, 2012, ended January 14, 2015
$200,000 Settlement