Facts

Joshua Dandridge sued Annabel Hsuchai, in connection with an arrest that allegedly occurred on Aug. 15, 2015.

PLAINTIFF'S CONTENTIONS: The Milpitas Police Dept. allegedly arrested plaintiff based on a false report filed by defendant and David Chai. The Chais claimed plaintiff threatened them with a gun. Plaintiff denied this allegation. Moreover, the police did not find any weapon in his possession. Plaintiff claimed the Chais knew they made false allegations in filing the report. Plaintiff sued the Chais and the police department, alleging a single cause of action for negligence. Plaintiff later amended the complaint, alleging general negligence against the police department and causes of action for false imprisonment and general negligence against the Chais.

DEFENDANTS' CONTENTIONS: The Chais filed a cross-complaint against the police department, seeking indemnity and contribution. They then filed a demurrer challenging plaintiff's allegations on grounds of litigation privilege.

Result

The court sustained the demurrer without leave to amend.