Police Data Collection Request (2021)

Samuel Sinyangwe filed this request with the City Of Westland Police And Fire Retirement System of Westland, MI.
Submitted Oct. 16, 2022
Status
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From: Samuel Sinyangwe

Subject: Michigan Freedom of Information Act Request: Police Data Collection Request (2021)

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To Whom It May Concern:

Pursuant to the Michigan 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.)

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,

Samuel Sinyangwe

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Subject: Online Form Submittal: Freedom of Information Act Request for Public Records

Email

The following form was submitted via your website: Freedom of Information Act Request for Public Records

Date: 10/18/2022 7:00 AM

First Name: Samuel

Last Name: Sinyangwe

Firm / Organization: N/A

Street Address: MuckRock News, DEPT MR135278, 263 Huntington Ave

City: Boston

State: Massachusetts

Zip Code: 02115

Email Address: requests@muckrock.com

Phone Number: 617-299-1832

Request for: Copy

Description of Requested Information: To Whom It May Concern:

Pursuant to the Michigan 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.)

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,

Samuel Sinyangwe

Upload documents directly: https://www.muckrock.com/

Electronic Signature: I acknowledge, understand, and accept the terms above. Further, my acceptance here constitutes my electronic signature on this FOIA request

Additional Information:
Form Submitted on: 10/18/2022 6:12:37 AM
Referrer Page: https://www.cityofwestland.com/FormCenter/Freedom-of-Information-Act-11/Freedom-of-Information-Act-Request-for-P-65
Form Address: https://www.cityofwestland.com/FormCenter/Freedom-of-Information-Act-11/Freedom-of-Information-Act-Request-for-P-65

From:

Subject: RE: Online Form Submittal: Freedom of Information Act Request for Public Records

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Hello,

The Westland Police Department has received your Michigan Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request. Due to the time it will take to respond to your request, the City hereby extends the time within which it must respond to your request by 10 business days pursuant to MCL 15.235. Therefore, the City has 15 business days within which to respond to your request by granting it, denying it, or granting it in part and denying it in part. Your request will be ready no later than 11/10/2022. Please keep the attached letter for your records.

Have a lovely day,
Sharise Iglodan

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City of Westland
Police Department
fax 734.722.3220
email siglodan@wlpd.net<mailto:siglodan@wlpd.net>
Support Services • 36701 Ford Road Westland, MI 48185
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From: City Of Westland Police And Fire Retirement System

Subject: RE: [EXTERNAL] RE: Michigan Freedom of Information Act Request: Police Data Collection Request (2021)

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Hello,

Yes, your request will be completed by close of business day tomorrow.

Have a lovely day,
Sharise Iglodan

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City of Westland
Police Department
fax 734.722.3220
email siglodan@wlpd.net<mailto:siglodan@wlpd.net>
Support Services • 36701 Ford Road Westland, MI 48185
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From: City Of Westland Police And Fire Retirement System

Subject: RE: Online Form Submittal: Freedom of Information Act Request for Public Records

Email

Hello,

Please be advised that your FOIA request regarding Use of Force/Police Complaints is completed. Please note, some of the items requested already exist on the City’s website under the Transparency Dashboard<https://portal.arxcommunity.com/dashboards/community/mi-ci-westland-pd> and therefore have not been reproduced. The cost for this request is $17.00. Payment can be made in person (cash, credit or check) or you can mail a paper check. We currently do not accept payment over the phone or online. If making payment by mail, please make check out to The City of Westland and mailed to the following address:

Westland Police Department
36701 Ford Road
Westland, MI 48185

Attached you will find a cost sheet and documentation explaining how you will receive this information once payment is received. Please be sure to include with your payment the email address to which you would like the information sent.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact me at (734) 721-5350.

Have a lovely day,
Sharise Iglodan

[cid:wlpdbadge-transparent_3fa8bf07-0bcb-4806-bf54-79d9748b6fd6.png] Sharise Iglodan
City of Westland
Police Department
fax 734.722.3220
email siglodan@wlpd.net<mailto:siglodan@wlpd.net>
Support Services • 36701 Ford Road Westland, MI 48185
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From: Samuel Sinyangwe

Subject: RE: Michigan Freedom of Information Act Request: Police Data Collection Request (2021)

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To Whom It May Concern:

Please find enclosed a check for $17.00 to satisfy the fee associated with the attached public records request.

Thank you.

Check sent by Muckrock Staff

Pay to the order of:

Westland Police Department
The City of Westland
36701 Ford Road
Westland, MI 48185

#10728
Amount of: $17.00
  • Created — 11/17/2022
  • In Transit — 11/22/2022
  • In Local Area — 11/23/2022
  • Processed For Delivery — 11/23/2022
  • Deposited — 11/30/2022

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Subject: Evidence.com - Case Download Link

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Westland Police Department



Sharise Iglodan from Westland Police Department (https://wlpd.evidence.com) has sent you a link to download the case 7761 FOIA on Evidence.com. You will download 1 zip or iso file(s) containing the pieces of evidence in this case. This download may take a while depending on your internet connection.

FOIA Request from Westland PD
Please note that your access to this link will expire on December 28, 2022 15:29:39 (-05:00).
Afterwards, you will need to contact the sender to request access.

Download link:
[Click here to download] (https://wlpd.evidence.com/axon/download/9231f82cf6d747f69eee412a56065de0/751484f0928843f285ecb5878fb21575?token=L6DIuHX3TkrdrZrDE82I%2BhFnoj2pHiPV6xO3tVus4ze9dxv46iB6z5tjsJpQz5KCcX3Y9ATsCTUTIb0KcF4uaIRKgI6abxu7%2FsL%2BCRZoErA90zIlVqH%2F12IakH%2FnkvlzJOGFbsISyyzmK1KelilnF2yApacpKjpzUhtcedDjAPY4tfhxAFWB72AVpLpCyyBr1iCuLu1jvJGneo%2FH4cyAcIDirAGYuDZCPHD%2BrogtpD0%3D&version=1)


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The Axon Team





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