Police Data Collection Request (2021)
| Submitted | Oct. 16, 2022 |
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From: Samuel Sinyangwe
To Whom It May Concern:
Pursuant to the Georgia Open 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 3 business days, as the statute requires.
Sincerely,
Samuel Sinyangwe
From: Warner Robins Police Department
To Whom it may concern,
I have received your request for the referenced materials. I estimate that the cost to be approximately $26 and hope to have that out to you by tomorrow, or Thursday at the latest. Please let me know that the cost is acceptable. If I find that it will be more I will let you know.
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to me.
Hope Bish
Records Manager
Warner Robins Police Department
100 Watson Blvd, Warner Robins GA 31095
478-293-1064<mailto:478-293-1064|%20%20hbish@wrga.gov> | hbish@wrga.gov<mailto:hbish@wrga.gov>
Notice: Georgia has a very broad open records law. Most written communications to or from state and local officials regarding government business are public records available to the public and media upon request. Your email communications may be subject to public disclosure, including your email address.
From: Samuel Sinyangwe
Hi, yes I’ll pay the cost to obtain the records. Please invoice me as to the specific cost.
Thanks,
Sam
From: Warner Robins Police Department
Mr. Sinyangwe,
Thank you for your response. I just wanted to give you an update. To make sure that I get you the most accurate information, I wanted to let you know that I plan on having a response for you by Tuesday, October the 25th. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to email me or call me.
Thank you,
Hope Bish
Records Manager
Warner Robins Police Department
100 Watson Blvd, Warner Robins GA 31095
478-293-1064<mailto:478-293-1064|%20%20hbish@wrga.gov> | hbish@wrga.gov<mailto:hbish@wrga.gov>
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From: Warner Robins Police Department
Mr. Sinyangwe,
Attached you will find the response to your request for stats in reference to civilian complaints and use of force incidents. Please let me know if you have any questions. The fee was waived.
Thank you,
Hope Bish
Records Manager
Warner Robins Police Department
100 Watson Blvd, Warner Robins GA 31095
478-293-1064<mailto:478-293-1064|%20%20hbish@wrga.gov> | hbish@wrga.gov<mailto:hbish@wrga.gov>
Notice: Georgia has a very broad open records law. Most written communications to or from state and local officials regarding government business are public records available to the public and media upon request. Your email communications may be subject to public disclosure, including your email address.
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