Buffalo Resident Files Claim Against Police Deputy Commissioner
Taryn Morris-Hunter alleges she was pushed to the ground by Deputy Commissioner Craig Macy during a July 2026 incident.
Updated on Oct. 22, 2026 in Accidents
Taryn Morris-Hunter filed a notice of claim against the City of Buffalo, the Buffalo Police Department, and Deputy Commissioner Craig Macy in September 2026. The claim follows an encounter on July 11, 2026, where Morris-Hunter alleges Macy pushed her to the ground.
Why it matters
The legal action highlights ongoing scrutiny regarding police conduct in Buffalo. Morris-Hunter is seeking damages for injuries and financial losses sustained during the interaction.
A formal notice of claim was filed in September 2026 by Taryn Morris-Hunter against the city and law enforcement officials. The legal process is currently in the initial claim stage with no court date scheduled.
The players
Taryn Morris-Hunter
She is a local resident who has filed a legal claim against city officials following an encounter with police.
Craig Macy
He serves as a Deputy Commissioner for the Buffalo Police Department and is named in the notice of claim.
Buffalo Police Department
The municipal law enforcement agency responsible for policing the city and currently facing a legal claim.
The details
Bodycam footage depicts Deputy Commissioner Craig Macy rushing toward an altercation on Chippewa Street. Morris-Hunter alleges she was attempting to seek assistance for a friend when she was pushed to the ground, resulting in injuries to her back, tailbone, and right wrist.
Timeline
July 11, 2026, at 11:50 p.m.: The incident occurred on Chippewa Street.
September 2026: Taryn Morris-Hunter filed a formal notice of claim.
Legal Context
This notice of claim follows the statutory requirements set by New York General Municipal Law Section 50-e for pursuing damages against government entities. Such filings are a common prerequisite for civil litigation involving municipal employees in New York state.
Residents in the Chippewa Street area may notice increased oversight or public discourse regarding police interactions during nightlife hours. The pending claim could also influence city policy regarding internal investigations into officer conduct.
The takeaway
Individuals who believe they have been injured by municipal employees must adhere to strict filing deadlines for notices of claim. Documentation of the encounter, such as bodycam footage, often serves as a central piece of evidence in these proceedings.
Further reading
For more information on incidents and legal claims in the area, visit the Buffalo accidents section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Wivb4.
