Conclusion Meanings:
'Substantiated': The misconduct occurred and it violated the rules. The NYPD has discretion over what, if any, discipline is imposed.
'Within NYPD Guidelines': The conduct occurred but did not violate the NYPD's own rules, which often give officers significant discretion.
Further details on conclusions.
Alcenat, Teddy vs City of Ny, et al.
Case # 23CV02086,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, March 23, 2023, ended November 12, 2024
$90,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On December 23, 2021, Plaintiff was lawfully present on the public sidewalk standing outside of his place of employment, the Harlem Outlet, waiting to assist his manager with closing the store, when he was approached from behind by Defendant NYPD Officers Carney and Zhao. Defendant Carney attempted to search Plaintiff, then threw Plaintiff against boxes on the sidewalk. Defendants Carney and Zhao aggressively and forcibly grabbed Plaintiff, threw him to the sidewalk, and began to viciously beat Plaintiff, without just cause or legal justification. Plaintiff did not use or threaten use of a weapon or force, but rather sought to protect himself by covering his head with his hands. Defendant Carney punched Plaint...