$1 Million Lawsuit Filed Against Bushwick Police Accused of Stop-and-Frisk

Travis Simmons alleges two cops from Bushwick’s 83rd Precinct handcuffed, beaten, and arrested him without any evidence.

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$1 Million Lawsuit Filed Against Bushwick Police Accused of Stop-and-Frisk

Travis Simmons alleges two cops from Bushwick’s 83rd Precinct handcuffed, beaten, and arrested him without any evidence.

Friday Fast Fact: Bushwick Saw Increase in Use of Stop and Frisk in 2017

The use of stop and frisk grew 15 percent from 2016 to 2017 in Bushwick.

Bushwick City Council Member Shows His Support for the Community Safety Act

Earlier this month, New York City Council Member Erik Dilan, whose council district includes parts of Bushwick, held a press conference to announce his strong commitment to the Community Safety Act