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, $165,000 total settlements.
Morris, Maurice M. vs Moran, Christophe, et al.
Case # 12CV07020,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, June 18, 2013, ended March 10, 2015
Zero Disposition
Complaint
Rowe et al v. New York City et al
Case # 10CV05058,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY
$165,000 Settlement
Stipulation/Amended Judgment under Rule 68,
Second Amended Complaint
Description: While witnessing his neighbor's arrest, Plaintiff 1 was hit by Defendant Balestrieri repeatedly until he was dragged into an alleyway and beat by officers Balestrieri, Clarke, and Remariz. Plaintiff 2 witnessed Plaintiff 1's beating, asked the officers to stop, and in response was assaulted by Sgt. Mack. Plaintiffs were taken to the 79th precinct, where Plaintiff 1 was beaten again and needed hospitalization. Both plaintiffs were charged with 120.05(3); 120.00(1); 195.05; 205.30; 240.20(1); and 240.26(1). All charges later dismissed.