Police Data Collection Request (2016-2021)
| Tracking # |
P000804-012923 |
| Submitted | Jan. 28, 2023 |
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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 year, from 2016-2018 (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 and year used from 2016-2018 (for example, information that specifies the number of taser incidents in 2016, baton incidents in 2016, etc.)
3. the total number of civilian complaints alleging any form of law enforcement misconduct that were reported and the total number sustained from 2016-2018.
4. the total number of civilian complaints alleging law enforcement use of excessive force that were reported and the total number sustained from 2016-2018.
5. the total number of civilian complaints alleging biased policing or racial profiling that were reported and the total number sustained from 2016-2018.
6. the total number of civilian complaints alleging criminal conduct that were reported and the total number sustained from 2016-2018.
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: Vancouver Police Department
Thank you for submitting your request for the following public records: 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 2016-2018 (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 and year used from 2016-2018 (for example, information that specifies the number of taser incidents in 2016, baton incidents in 2016, etc.)
3. the total number of civilian complaints alleging any form of law enforcement misconduct that were reported and the total number sustained from 2016-2018.
4. the total number of civilian complaints alleging law enforcement use of excessive force that were reported and the total number sustained from 2016-2018.
5. the total number of civilian complaints alleging biased policing or racial profiling that were reported and the total number sustained from 2016-2018.
6. the total number of civilian complaints alleging criminal conduct that were reported and the total number sustained from 2016-2018.
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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Your request was received by the City of Vancouver, Washington, Police Records Division and has been assigned reference number P000804-012923 for tracking purposes.
You will be contacted within five (5) business days with an update as to when the responsive records will be available. You can monitor the progress of your request at the link below and you'll receive an email when your request has been completed.
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City of Vancouver, Washington
Police Records
From: Vancouver Police Department
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02/03/2023
Sent via email to: requests@muckrock.com
Samuel Sinyangwe
MuckRock News DEPT MR 139723 263 Huntington Ave
Boston MA 02115
RE: PUBLIC DISCLOSURE REQUEST P000804-012923
Dear Mr. Sinyangwe:
This letter is an acknowledgement of your records request dated 1/29/2023 1:14:08 AM, for the following: 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 2016-2018 (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 and year used from 2016-2018 (for example, information that specifies the number of taser incidents in 2016, baton incidents in 2016, etc.)3. the total number of civilian complaints alleging any form of law enforcement misconduct that were reported and the total number sustained from 2016-2018.4. the total number of civilian complaints alleging law enforcement use of excessive force that were reported and the total number sustained from 2016-2018.5. the total number of civilian complaints alleging biased policing or racial profiling that were reported and the total number sustained from 2016-2018.6. the total number of civi
Due to the City’s other currently outstanding public records requests that we are processing, we anticipate the City will need until 3/17/2023 to locate and assemble the requested documents, notify third parties affected by the request pursuant to RCW 42.56.520, and to determine whether any of the information requested is exempt from disclosure.
You will be notified if additional time is required or if the requested records are ready earlier than the above referenced date. Please do not hesitate to contact me with any questions or concerns regarding the process of your request.
Sincerely,
Matt Oftedahl
Records Specialist
From: Vancouver Police Department
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03/16/2023
Sent via email to: requests@muckrock.com
Samuel Sinyangwe
MuckRock News DEPT MR 139723 263 Huntington Ave
Boston MA 02115
RE: PUBLIC DISCLOSURE REQUEST P000804-012923
Dear Mr. Sinyangwe:
This letter is an update of your records request received by the City of Vancouver on 1/29/2023 1:14:08 AM. It is our understanding that you are requesting the following documents: 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 2016-2018 (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 and year used from 2016-2018 (for example, information that specifies the number of taser incidents in 2016, baton incidents in 2016, etc.)3. the total number of civilian complaints alleging any form of law enforcement misconduct that were reported and the total number sustained from 2016-2018.4. the total number of civilian complaints alleging law enforcement use of excessive force that were reported and the total number sustained from 2016-2018.5. the total number of civilian complaints alleging biased policing or racial profiling that were reported and the total number sustained from 2016-2018.6. the total number of civi
Please log into your GovQA account via the link below to download your materials. The records comprise three (3) spreadsheets.
With regards to the records requested in the above items, a partial installment of records is being provided. The rest of the data for 2016 was in a different system. It will take a few weeks to extract that data.
Due to the City’s other currently outstanding public records requests that we are in the process of responding to, I anticipate that the City will need until 4/07/2023 to locate and assemble the requested documents, notify third parties affected by the request pursuant to RCW 42.56.520, and to determine whether any of the information requested is exempt from disclosure. Please log into your GovQA account to access these records: https://www.cityofvancouver.us/fms/page/public-records
Sincerely,
Matt Oftedahl
Records Specialist
From: Vancouver Police Department
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03/30/2023 Sent via email to: requests@muckrock.com Samuel Sinyangwe MuckRock News DEPT MR 139723 263 Huntington Ave Boston MA 02115 RE: PUBLIC DISCLOSURE REQUEST P000804-012923 Dear Samuel Sinyangwe: This letter is an acknowledgement of your records request dated 1/29/2023 1:14:08 AM, for the following: 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 2016-2018 (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 and year used from 2016-2018 (for example, information that specifies the number of taser incidents in 2016, baton incidents in 2016, etc.)3. the total number of civilian complaints alleging any form of law enforcement misconduct that were reported and the total number sustained from 2016-2018.4. the total number of civilian complaints alleging law enforcement use of excessive force that were reported and the total number sustained from 2016-2018.5. the total number of civilian complaints alleging biased policing or racial profiling that were reported and the total number sustained from 2016-2018.6. the total number of civi The final spreadsheet (first half of 2016) has been completed and uploaded to your account. Please log into your GovQA account via the link below to download your materials. The enclosed records are comprised of four (4) spreadsheets total. If you feel that there are any missing documents or additional types of materials that your request sought, which are not included in the enclosed response, please contact me so your request may be clarified. This concludes the City’s response to the above-mentioned request. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me. Please log into your GovQA account to access these records: https://www.cityofvancouver.us/fms/page/public-records Sincerely, Matt Oftedahl Records Specialist
