Liggins v. City of New York et al

Summary

Plaintiff was arrested by police officers and transported to the 75th precinct. On the way, police officer Amello assaulted and attacked the plaintiff, and subsequently transported to a hospital. There, he was diagnosed with a displaced rib fracture and abrasions to his face and wrist.

Plaintiff Attorney

Wale Mosaku Law Offices of Wale Mosaku, P.C. 25 Bond Street 3rd Floor Brooklyn, NY 11201 718-243-0994 Fax: 718-243-9148 Email: [email protected]

Named Officers

• Michael V. Amello, 75th Precinct

Force Detail

• Physical Non-Weapon

Types of Allegation

• False Arrest/False Imprisonment
• Malicious Prosecution
• Denial of a Fair Trial
• Excessive Force
• Assault and Battery

False Criminal Charges Outcome

• Dismissed and/or Sealed

False Criminal Charges Type

• Marijuana related
• Criminal Mischief
• Marijuana related

Charges Against Plaintiff

• 221.1(15,20,25,30) Criminal possession of marijuana- any degree
• 145 Criminal mischief in the fourth degree
• 221.05 Unlawful possession of marijuana

Documents

• Complaint