Conclusion Meanings:
'Substantiated': The alleged conduct occurred and it violated the rules. The NYPD has discretion over what, if any, discipline is imposed.
'Unable to Determine': CCRB has fully investigated but could not affirmatively conclude both that the conduct occurred and that it broke the rules.
'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.
Anderson Jr., Clifton vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 518061/2023,
Supreme Court - Kings, June 22, 2023
Terry, Indika vs City of New York, et al.
Case # 534256/2022,
Supreme Court - Kings, November 29, 2022
Complaint
Description: On May 18, 2022, plaintiff was walking towards a friend's residence when defendant-officers Jorge R. Ramos, Steven Guerrero, and two other officers exited their vehicle and approach plaintiff. Defendant-Officers Ramos and Guerrero began a search without probable cause. Officers Ramos and Guerrero pushed plaintiff to the ground, pulled his hoodie over his head, and punched him multiple times about the face. Plaintiff did not resist arrest. Other defendant-officers failed to intervene despite witnessing the actions of Ramos and Guerrero. Defendant-officers refused to provide plaintiff with information regarding his alleged charges. After processing at Housing Police Service Area 3, Plaintiff was transported to Wo...
