Police Data Collection Request (2022)
| Tracking # |
P012564-080723 |
| Submitted | Aug. 6, 2023 |
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From: Samuel Sinyangwe
To Whom It May Concern:
Pursuant to the Texas Public Information Act, I hereby request the following records:
1. the total number of use of force incidents in 2022.
2. the total number of use of force incidents, separated by type of force, in 2022 (for example, information that specifies the number of taser incidents in 2022, baton incidents in 2022, etc.)
3. the total number of civilian complaints against law enforcement that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
4. the total number of civilian complaints alleging law enforcement use of excessive force that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
5. the total number of civilian complaints alleging biased policing or racial profiling that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
6. the total number of civilian complaints alleging criminal conduct that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
7. the total number of officer-involved shootings in 2022, both fatal and non-fatal.
8. the total number of people who police used force against, broken down by race/ethnicity, in 2022.
When available, I would appreciate being sent individualized data 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, 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 10 business days, as the statute requires.
Sincerely,
Samuel Sinyangwe
From: Fort Worth Police Department
Dear Samuel Sinyangwe:
Thank you for your interest in public records of the City of Fort Worth, Texas. Your request has been received and is being processed in accordance with Chapter 552 of Texas Government Code, the Public Information Act. Your request was received in this office and given the log number P012564-080723 for tracking purposes.
Your request will be forwarded to the relevant City department(s) to locate the information you seek and to determine the volume and any costs associated with satisfying your request. You will be contacted about the availability and/or provided with copies of the records in question. PLEASE NOTE: Texas Public Information Act does not require a governmental body to create new information, to do legal research, or to answer questions.
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From: Fort Worth Police Department
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Mr. Sinyangwe,
Additional time is needed to locate the information responsive to your request. You will receive a response no later than 8/28/23.
From: Fort Worth Police Department
Samuel Sinyangwe,
This email responds to your request for information to the City of Fort Worth, dated and received in our office on 8/7/2023 10:41:53 PM.
Information Requested: - To Whom It May Concern: Pursuant to the Texas Public Information Act, I hereby request the following records:
1. the total number of use of force incidents in 2022. (See attached)
2. the total number of use of force incidents, separated by type of force, in 2022 (for example, information that specifies the number of taser incidents in 2022, baton incidents in 2022, etc.) 3. the total number of civilian complaints against law enforcement that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022. (See attached)
4. the total number of civilian complaints alleging law enforcement use of excessive force that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
5. the total number of civilian complaints alleging biased policing or racial profiling that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
6. the total number of civilian complaints alleging criminal conduct that were reported and the total number sustained for 2022.
7. the total number of officer-involved shootings in 2022, both fatal and non-fatal. Nine (Fatal)/ Eight (Non-Fatal)
8. the total number of people who police used force against, broken down by race/ethnicity, in 2022. (See Attached)
When available, I would appreciate being sent individualized data 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, 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 10 business days, as the statute requires. Sincerely, Samuel Sinyangwe Upload documents directly: https://www.muckrock.com/
The City of Fort Worth has reviewed its files and has located the enclosed documents that are responsive to your request.
Mr. Sinyangwe, my apologies. I'm still waiting to get an accurate numbers for items 4-6. I reached out to receive assistance regarding this information and will provide you information as soon as it becomes available. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at the number below.
Thanks,
Kamiean Jenkins
Public Information Specialist
Fort Worth Police Department
Internal Affairs-Open Records Unit
505 W. Felix St.
Fort Worth, TX 76115
817-392-4319
From: Fort Worth Police Department
Mr. Sinyangwe,
Please see the additional attached records. Allegations entered after 2019 were no longer separated by citizen category.
Thanks,
Kamiean Jenkins
Public Information Specialist
Fort Worth Police Department
Internal Affairs-Open Records Unit
505 W. Felix St.
Fort Worth, TX 76115
817-392-4319