Conclusion Meanings:
'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, $116,500 total settlements.
Jacobs, Humar vs Alexander, George, et al.
Case # 15CV05901,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, October 19, 2015, ended May 23, 2016
$1,500 Settlement
Complaint
Description: Plaintiff was driving to pick up friend from airport, when stopped at a checkpoint. Asked for lic. And reg. no crime had been committed, however he was charged for "operating outside of lane"
Attzs, Kevon vs Police Officer Montross, Brian, et al.
Case # 14CV03985,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, September 8, 2014, ended September 19, 2015
$115,000 Settlement
Complaint
Description: On July 6, 2013, Plaintiff Kevon Attzs was beaten by police officers Brian Montross, Joseph Zella, Daniel Defrancesco, Hector Martinez, George Alexander and an officer with the last name of Hall, with no first name available. Plaintiff alleges this beating has something to do with some interaction with a white woman who is alleged to be a prostitute, and that the officers used racial slurs against Plaintiff and told him to stay away from white women. Plaintiff additionally alleges medical malpractice by treating physicians from injuries sustained in the attack.