NYC Bystander Files $80M Suit Over NYPD Shooting Incident

Gregory Delpeche claims police acted recklessly during a subway confrontation, leaving him with severe brain injuries.

Gregory Delpeche, 49, was shot in the head by NYPD officers during a subway incident involving a knife-wielding man.
Delpeche's legal claim against the city alleges officers showed carelessness and reckless disregard for public safety.
The shooting occurred at the Sutter Avenue L train station in Brooklyn on September 15, 2024, during a confrontation with Derrell Mickles.
Mickles, who was armed with a knife, faced multiple charges including assault on a police officer and weapons possession.
NYPD officials have defended the officers' actions, citing a fast-moving and dangerous situation.