Officer Nicholas Crowley was named in multiple lawsuits alleging excessive force and falsification of police reports. One such case resulted in a jury ruling in favor of the plaintiff and a settlement of nearly $120,000. Despite these incidents, internal affairs did not investigate the allegations, and Crowley faced no significant disciplinary actions. Additional lawsuits led to settlements totaling $80,200 paid by the city. ([shawlocal.com](https://www.shawlocal.com/the-herald-news/2024/12/14/illinois-ag-report-joliet-police-department-fails-to-hold-bad-officers-accountable/?utm_source=openai))