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.
'Unsubstantiated': or 'Unable to Determine' - CCRB has fully investigated but could not affirmatively conclude both that the conduct occurred and that it broke the rules.
Further details on conclusion definitions.
Named in 2 known lawsuits, $250,028 total settlements.
Van De Cruze, Leon vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 15CV06937,
U.S. District Court - Eastern District NY, December 11, 2015, ended May 25, 2016
Zero Disposition
Complaint
Description: Defendant officer Louis pulled Plaintiff over on suspicion of him fleeing from the scene of an accident that morning, although Plaintiff had no involvement. Officer Louis then arrested Plaintiff for driving under the influence of alcohol and fleeing the accident. PO Henry and Sgt. Ferrano were the ones who claimed Plaintiff was involved in the accident. Plaintiff was found not guilty by a jury.
Peat, Jennifer, et al. vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 12CV08230,
U.S. District Court - Southern District NY, November 13, 2012, ended July 19, 2013
$250,028 Settlement