Allegations:
Lee was walking when he stopped to speak with an acquaintance. At the same time, Delcid and other officers were conducting a surveillance operation in the area. Delcid claimed he had seen Lee engage in a drug transaction and directed other officers in the area to arrest him. Officer McDonough approached Lee and without justification placed his arm around him, choked him and threw him to the ground. The officers handcuffed, physically abused, searched and arrested Lee. He was taken to a police station, where he was charged with possession of heroin with intent to deliver. He was later taken to the Cook County Jail. Unable to post bond, Lee remained in custody for six months until he was released when the charges were dismissed.