Conclusion Meanings:
'Exonerated': or 'Within NYPD Guidelines' - The conduct occurred but did not violate the NYPD's own rules, which often give officers significant discretion.
'Substantiated': The misconduct occurred and it violated the rules. The NYPD has discretion over what, if any, discipline is imposed.
Further details on conclusions.
Rickett, Robert vs City of Ny, et al.
Case # 811066/2023E,
Supreme Court - Bronx, July 25, 2023
Complaint
Description: On April, 26, 2022, Plaintiff called the police while locked in his bathroom because someone had broken into the apartment and was threatening him with a gun. The officers found Plaintiff's assailant outside with a bag of Plaintiff's belongings, and allowed the assailant to re-enter Plaintiff's home. The officers then arrested Plaintiff based on false allegations. The officers tightly handcuffed Plaintiff and took him to the station. Plaintiff repeatedly complained that his handcuffs were too tight, but the officers refused to loosen them. Plaintiff remained in tight custody while he was transported to booking. The officers falsely accused Plaintiff of acting in concert with his assailant and falsely stated a g...