Police Data Collection Request (2016-2021)

Dear Samuel Sinyangwe,
Thank you for your interest in public records of Renton, WA.  Your request has been received and is being processed.  Your request was automatically numbered P002363-070423 for tracking purposes. In summary, the request is for: Record(s) Requested: 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 year, from 2016-2021 (for example, 302 use of force incidents in 2016, 287 use of force incidents in 2017, etc.)

2. the total number of use of force incidents, separated by type of force for 2021 (for example, information that specifies the number of taser incidents in 2021, baton incidents in 2021, etc.)

3. the total number of civilian complaints alleging any form of law enforcement misconduct that were reported and the total number sustained for 2021.

4. the total number of civilian complaints alleging law enforcement use of excessive force that were reported and the total number sustained for 2021.

5. the total number of civilian complaints alleging biased policing or racial profiling that were reported and the total number sustained for 2021.

6. the total number of civilian complaints alleging criminal conduct that were reported and the total number sustained for 2021.

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

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July 12, 2023
RE: PUBLIC RECORDS REQUEST of July 04, 2023, Reference #P002363-070423
Dear Mr. Sinyangwe,
The City received a public records request from you on July 04, 2023. You requested the following Other - (Provide description below) 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 year, from 2016-2021 (for example, 302 use of force incidents in 2016, 287 use of force incidents in 2017, etc.)

2. the total number of use of force incidents, separated by type of force for 2021 (for example, information that specifies the number of taser incidents in 2021, baton incidents in 2021, etc.)

3. the total number of civilian complaints alleging any form of law enforcement misconduct that were reported and the total number sustained for 2021.

4. the total number of civilian complaints alleging law enforcement use of excessive force that were reported and the total number sustained for 2021.

5. the total number of civilian complaints alleging biased policing or racial profiling that were reported and the total number sustained for 2021.

6. the total number of civilian complaints alleging criminal conduct that were reported and the total number sustained for 2021.

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

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Police Department staff are in the process of locating, reviewing and processing records that may be responsive to your request.  Pursuant to RCW 42.56.520, the Police Department requires additional time to process your request.  The Police Department anticipates a response to your request by 5:00 p.m. on July 27, 2023. If the records become available sooner, you will be contacted.
Sincerely,
Stephanie Cour, CPRO
Police Manager
Renton Police Department
425-430-7623
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July 25, 2023 RE: PUBLIC RECORDS REQUEST of July 04, 2023, Reference # P002363-070423
Dear Mr. Sinyangwe,
The City of Renton Police Department received a public records request from you on July 04, 2023. You requested the following Other - (Provide description below) 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 year, from 2016-2021 (for example, 302 use of force incidents in 2016, 287 use of force incidents in 2017, etc.)

2. the total number of use of force incidents, separated by type of force for 2021 (for example, information that specifies the number of taser incidents in 2021, baton incidents in 2021, etc.)

3. the total number of civilian complaints alleging any form of law enforcement misconduct that were reported and the total number sustained for 2021.

4. the total number of civilian complaints alleging law enforcement use of excessive force that were reported and the total number sustained for 2021.

5. the total number of civilian complaints alleging biased policing or racial profiling that were reported and the total number sustained for 2021.

6. the total number of civilian complaints alleging criminal conduct that were reported and the total number sustained for 2021.

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

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City Response Police Department staff have been and are still in the process of locating, collecting, reviewing and processing the records that may be responsive to your request.  Due to the review of the records for possible exemptions, redactions, and/or possible third-party notification, therefore, pursuant to RCW 42.56.520, the Police Department requires additional time to process your request. The Police Department anticipate a response to your request by .  If the records become available sooner, you will be contacted. 5:00 p.m. on August 10, 2023
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
Sincerely, Stephanie Cour, CPRO Police Manager Renton Police Department 425-430-7623
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August 10, 2023 RE: Open Records Request of July 04, 2023, Reference # P002363-070423
Dear Mr. Sinyangwe,
The City of Renton Police Department received an open records request from you on July 04, 2023. You requested the following Other - (Provide description below) 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 year, from 2016-2021 (for example, 302 use of force incidents in 2016, 287 use of force incidents in 2017, etc.)

2. the total number of use of force incidents, separated by type of force for 2021 (for example, information that specifies the number of taser incidents in 2021, baton incidents in 2021, etc.)

3. the total number of civilian complaints alleging any form of law enforcement misconduct that were reported and the total number sustained for 2021.

4. the total number of civilian complaints alleging law enforcement use of excessive force that were reported and the total number sustained for 2021.

5. the total number of civilian complaints alleging biased policing or racial profiling that were reported and the total number sustained for 2021.

6. the total number of civilian complaints alleging criminal conduct that were reported and the total number sustained for 2021.

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

Upload documents directly: https://www.muckrock.com/ City Response After a diligent search, the Renton Police Department has located records responsive to your request. The following records have been provided: Use of Force Summary Reports - 2016 to 2021 Complaints Data 2021 and are provided without exemption or redaction. The records have been released to our online City of Renton's Public Records Center. You can log into the system and download your responsive records.
Police - Public Records Request - P002363-070423
The City believes that this fulfills and closes your public records request.  If you are requesting additional records or if you have any questions or concerns regarding this request , please do not hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely, Stephanie Cour, MPA, CPRO Police Manager Renton Police Department 425-430-7623
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