Sheriff Data Collection Request (2021)
| Submitted | Oct. 27, 2022 |
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From: Samuel Sinyangwe
To Whom It May Concern:
Pursuant to the Virginia Freedom of Information 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.). Please include as part of this a breakdown of how many use of force incidents in each year were related to law enforcement operations and how many were related to correctional/custodial operations.
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,
Tom Nash, a citizen of Virginia, in coordination with Samuel Sinyangwe.
From: Henry County Sheriff
I have received a request for information from our agency under the Virginia FOIA Law. As stated in VA Statute 2.2 - 3704 (A) we may require the requestor to provide their name and legal address. I am requiring proof of the legal Virginia residence of Tom Nash. This can be accomplished through a copy of his Virginia Voter ID card, Drivers License Number, or by passport. Once the Virginia residence requirement is completed I will move forward with your request. I will need an email address for Tom Nash so the information may be sent to him.
Also, question #1 will require an estimated 10 hours of research time at $20.00 an hour. We do not have our use of force reports automated and will require personnel to review each use of force report for 2021 and categorize the information you requested. Additionally, an estimated 2 hours will be required to research the remaining request and create the document with the information. The total estimated bill will be $240.00. As provided in Virginia Statute 2.2 - 3704 (H) our agency will require an advance payment of $240.00. Also as provided in this section of the statute until we receive the deposit our required response time is stopped. If you have any questions please contact me at dharold@co.henry.co.va.us<mailto:dharold@co.henry.co.va.us>. Thank you for contacting our agency.
Captain Daniel L. Harold
Professional Standards Division
Henry County Sheriff's Office
3250 Kings Mountain Road
Martinsville, VA 24112
Office (276) 656-4252
Fax (276) 656-4260
Email: dharold@co.henry.va.us<mailto:dharold@co.henry.va.us>
[Sheriff Badge]
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From: Samuel Sinyangwe
To Whom It May Concern:
Please find enclosed a check for $240.00 to satisfy the fee associated with the attached public records request.
Thank you.
Henry County Sheriff's Office
Captain Daniel L. Harold
3250 Kings Mountain Road
Martinsville, VA 24112
From: Muckrock Staff
Hello,
Attached is proof of residency.
Sincerely,
MuckRock [ID Redacted]
From: Henry County Sheriff
Mr. Nash,
Thank you for sending me your ID for FOIA purposes. I also read that the check was enclosed for $240.00. Payment should be sent to and made out to:
Henry County Sheriff’s Office
3250 Kings Mountain Road
Martinsville, VA 24112
As soon as we receive your payment we will begin working on fulfilling your request. Also, please provide me with an email address for Tom Nash, since he is the requestor, as the request will only be sent to him. Thank you in advance.
Captain Daniel L. Harold
Professional Standards Division
Henry County Sheriff’s Office
3250 Kings Mountain Road
Martinsville, VA 24112
Office (276) 656-4252
Fax (276) 656-4260
Email: dharold@co.henry.va.us<mailto:dharold@co.henry.va.us>
[Sheriff Badge]
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain confidential and privileged information or otherwise protected by law. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message.
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From: Henry County Sheriff
A copy of documents responsive to the request.
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