Police Data Collection Request (2021)
| Tracking # |
P031858-081522 |
| Submitted | Aug. 13, 2022 |
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From: Samuel Sinyangwe
To Whom It May Concern:
Pursuant to the Washington Public Records Act, I hereby request the following records:
1. the total number of use of force incidents, separated by type of force and year used in 2021 (for example, information that specifies the number of taser incidents in 2021, baton incidents in 2021, etc.)
2. the total number of civilian complaints alleging any form of law enforcement misconduct that were reported and the total number sustained in 2021.
3. the total number of civilian complaints alleging law enforcement use of excessive force that were reported and the total number sustained in 2021.
4. the total number of civilian complaints alleging biased policing or racial profiling that were reported and the total number sustained in 2021.
5. the total number of civilian complaints alleging criminal conduct that were reported and the total number sustained in 2021.
6. the total number of officer involved shootings in 2021, both fatal and non-fatal.
When available, I would appreciate being sent individualized data for each item in this request in spreadsheet format. If individualized data are unavailable, please send information that includes aggregate statistics for the item instead.
Note that my requests for civilian complaints are specifically for civilian complaints alleging police misconduct, please do not include complaints filed by one officer/the department against another officer.
The requested documents will be made available to the general public, and this request is not being made for commercial purposes.
In the event that there are fees, I would be grateful if you would inform me of the total charges in advance of fulfilling my request. I would prefer the request filled electronically, by e-mail attachment if available or CD-ROM if not.
Thank you in advance for your anticipated cooperation in this matter. I look forward to receiving your response to this request within 5 business days, as the statute requires.
Sincerely,
Samuel Sinyangwe
From: Clark County Sheriff's Department
Dear Samuel:
Your request has been logged in WebQA and has been given the reference number P031858-081522 for tracking purposes.
Clark County should receive your request today, except if today is a holiday or weekend, in which case receipt will be on the next business day. You should receive a response from Clark County within five business days of their receipt that: (1) provides records; (2) provides an internet address allowing you to access records; (3) acknowledges your request and provides a reasonable estimate of the time required to respond to the request; or (4) denies the request.
You can monitor the progress of your request at the link below.
Clark County, WA
From: Clark County Sheriff's Department
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Please see the attached correspondence regarding your public records request. Tracking number P031858-081522 If you have questions about the status of your request, please call (564) 397-2101.
Sincerely,
Public Records Unit
Clark County Sheriff’s Office
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Washington Public Records Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Aug. 15, 2022. You previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 13, 2022. I wanted to let you know that I am still interested in the following documents, and to see if that date was still accurate. You had assigned it reference number #P031858-081522.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Muckrock Staff
To Whom It May Concern:
I'm following up on the following Washington Public Records Act request, copied below, and originally submitted on Aug. 15, 2022. You had previously indicated that it would be completed on Dec. 13, 2022. I wanted to check on the status of my request, and to see if there was a new estimated completion date. You had assigned it reference number #P031858-081522.
Thanks for your help, and let me know if further clarification is needed.
From: Clark County Sheriff's Department
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Dear Mr. Sinyangwe,
Regarding your public records request. Tracking number P031858-081522
Our prior correspondence estimated that a response to your request would be available on or about 12/13/22. At this time, we must extend that date.
Due to the volume and complexity of requests we have received and the current extreme staffing shortages, we require additional time to response to your request. We now anticipate a response to your request will be available on or about January 13th, 2023. We will make every effort to respond to your request before that date. If you have questions about the status of your request, please call (564) 397-2101.
Sincerely,
Public Records Unit
Clark County Sheriff’s Office
From: Clark County Sheriff's Department
Attachments:
1st_Installment_P031858_combined_responsive_records_requester_copy-no_redactions.pdf (https://u8387795.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=nZGH0ylxadMp5hTpNkeAFoi9wppMyBhPL2GAbK7wTrKQGypu0XsOW3J1o-2FVrvF-2Bp92rzMs4jYElHWx4eyrjPggiIjf-2FmOaVB-2BpRfq-2BbhDA5YwOgHSw4CKaOV-2Bm8jQe47b3NyN7WwsZ29Nm3gt7zykZO1IVfm2GcIJNOuVnjikhByDeOL6Qswx-2FzpUsOZS1GC7TyP5l2VWjGk-2F1oXwVTLA3K7IFtW8-2FOeRSxZJJGvLkY-3DUtsZ_P-2BNluiz9Ka015xzF3R7YM7SXmYfqK9rYjAQozz7ruhOIk3F20KqG-2BxPVReFFMfxpEX6vmeOyJeTWwaIm1S4I2peUquJp8CWwwH84qmsbCv-2BJr82iJR226dwh4B1xjNSstrut4NW68J-2BGlgcGW0uYPxj8DbV9iWTF3whbg31ooq5kMTwwUrqbSzl4GiZoovLvhLJZ19h6E7ziXdoci1b1ujBtJxcfPfk8s1bwJDR-2Bq-2B2VP8HEgXMIpAcCa3xUcashVIoNXerLvKAZmLS5fWAPTQPoMKFSCHjsypv7XD-2F59dHkVZYEWGfs-2FG9QDOFJczmlcOBFMp5TtxsZ5EftJSmoIamVDtjHpOKlOO-2FXfmUZdE-2Bm9BLzT4gQINQ4KGABMbnWJa3Xq-2BuaCcH0qMvqX-2BAR5A-3D-3D)
1st_Installment_P031858_Response_Letter.pdf (https://u8387795.ct.sendgrid.net/ls/click?upn=nZGH0ylxadMp5hTpNkeAFoi9wppMyBhPL2GAbK7wTrKQGypu0XsOW3J1o-2FVrvF-2Bp92rzMs4jYElHWx4eyrjPggiIjf-2FmOaVB-2BpRfq-2BbhDA5YwOgHSw4CKaOV-2Bm8jQe47b3NyN7WwsZ29Nm3gt7zykZO1IVfm2GcIJNOuVnjikhDK81Gz1Rn68JMuVvicGAs0YsaHkNS3aH0M3pbXOQoIxAY1pnmjne9IwXKzMyTF6nI-3Dwrc-_P-2BNluiz9Ka015xzF3R7YM7SXmYfqK9rYjAQozz7ruhOIk3F20KqG-2BxPVReFFMfxpEX6vmeOyJeTWwaIm1S4I2peUquJp8CWwwH84qmsbCv-2BJr82iJR226dwh4B1xjNSstrut4NW68J-2BGlgcGW0uYPxj8DbV9iWTF3whbg31ooq5kMTwwUrqbSzl4GiZoovLvhLJZ19h6E7ziXdoci1b1ujBtJxcfPfk8s1bwJDR-2Bq-2B2VP8HEgXMIpAcCa3xUcashV0gn5ctheDZITEdyidi2yO4wetdbKeL93vXwFqJ4IyhZusTc2CKyIQlaqOhbK79aygMjSQTMvlEq6kGLYNIPwSguLqNNyavuKIAsFTsby52nD1vx5VoOtOrluPjFMd31U5kamx4YHW4gfZPuLMyWzg-3D-3D)
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Dear Mr. Sinyangwe,
Please see the attached correspondence regarding your public records request. Tracking number P031858-081522 If you have questions about the status of your request, please call (564) 397-2101.
Sincerely,
Public Records Unit
Clark County Sheriff’s Office
From: Clark County Sheriff's Department
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Dear Ms. Sinyangwe,
Regarding your public records request. Tracking number P031858-081522
I have additional information for your request which I believe is the final piece of information. The last line item to your request asked for: "the total number of officer involved shootings in 2021, both fatal and non-fatal." The document that was sent to you in the first installment didn't really speak to the last part regarding fatal and non-fatal. The type of force listed on page 2 shows 3 Firearm Discharges in total. Of the three officer involved shootings, 2 were fatal to the suspects and 1 was non-fatal to the suspect, however, the detective was shot and killed.
We reasonably believe this completes your request. If you any questions regarding your request, please contact our Public Disclosure line at (564) 397-2101.
If you believe that the records produced have been improperly redacted or are incomplete, you may file a written appeal within five business days from the date of this letter. The appeal must include your name and address, a copy of the document and a copy of this letter together with a brief statement identifying the basis of the appeal. Please mail your appeal to: Clark County Sheriff's Office, Attn: Public Records Manager, P.O. Box 410, Vancouver, WA 98666.
Sincerely,
Belinda Schramm/4860
Public Records Unit
Clark County Sheriff’s Office
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