Police data collection (2017-2022) (Batte Creek Police Department)

Samuel Sinyangwe filed this request with the Batte Creek Police Department of Battle Creek, MI.
Tracking #

24-800

Multi Request Police data collection (2017-2022)
Status
Completed

From: Samuel Sinyangwe

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 reported from 2017-2022, separated by year.

2. the total number of use of force incidents, separated by type of force and year, from 2017-2022 (for example, information that specifies the number of taser incidents in 2022, baton incidents in 2022, taser incidents in 2021, baton incidents in 2021, etc.)

3. the total number of civilian complaints against law enforcement that were reported and the total number sustained from 2017-2022, separated by year.

4. the total number of civilian complaints alleging law enforcement use of excessive force that were reported and the total number sustained from 2017-2022, separated by year.

5. the total number of civilian complaints alleging biased policing or racial profiling that were reported and the total number sustained from 2017-2022, separated by year.

6. the total number of civilian complaints alleging criminal conduct that were reported and the total number sustained from 2017-2022, separated by year.

7. the total number of officer-involved shootings from 2017-2022, both fatal and non-fatal, separated by year.

8. the total number of people who police used force against in 2022, broken down by race/ethnicity.

When available, I would appreciate being sent individualized data 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, 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: Batte Creek Police Department

Additional time is needed to respond to your request. Please see the attached letter for details.

Sincerely,

[amgreene]
Mission for Battle Creek City Government
To ensure a safe, prosperous and culturally enriched community.

Vision for Battle Creek City Government
We envision Battle Creek as an extraordinary community where
people choose to live, work and play.

From: Batte Creek Police Department

My Office has reviewed your request for public records and has determined that the estimated cost to comply with your request would exceed $50.00 and requires a deposit before continuing to comply with the request. Please see the attached letter for more information.

Sincerely,

[lmsilkworth]
Mission for Battle Creek City Government
To ensure a safe, prosperous and culturally enriched community.

Vision for Battle Creek City Government
We envision Battle Creek as an extraordinary community where
people choose to live, work and play.

From: Samuel Sinyangwe


To Whom It May Concern:

Please find enclosed a check for $278.37 to satisfy the fee associated with the attached public records request.

Thank you.

Check sent by Muckrock Staff

Pay to the order of:

City of Battle Creek Clerk s Office
City Clerk
10 North Division Room # 111
Battele Creek, MI 49014

#11545
Amount of: $278.37
  • Created — 04/26/2024
  • In Transit — 04/30/2024
  • In Local Area — 05/02/2024
  • Processed For Delivery — 05/02/2024
  • Deposited — 05/21/2024

From: Batte Creek Police Department

Dear Requestor,

Your Freedom of Information request for "...PD Data...Use of Force..." has been reviewed and is ready to be released. The records will be sent electronically to you as soon as payment is received.

The total charge due is $301.43 less deposit of $278.37 leaves a balance of $23.06. Cash, check or credit card accepted (fees will be charged). You may call 269-966-3348 and pay over the phone (fees will be charged) or checks can be made payable to the City of Battle Creek and sent to City Clerk, 10 N. Division Street, Room 216, Battle Creek, MI 49014.

City Hall is open Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm.

In order for us to locate your request, you must reference FOIA #24-800.

Sincerely,

Lisa 

[lmsilkworth]
Mission for Battle Creek City Government
To ensure a safe, prosperous and culturally enriched community.

Vision for Battle Creek City Government
We envision Battle Creek as an extraordinary community where
people choose to live, work and play.

From: Samuel Sinyangwe


To Whom It May Concern:

Please find enclosed a check for $23.06 to satisfy the fee associated with the attached public records request.

Thank you.

Check sent by Muckrock Staff

Pay to the order of:

City of Battle Creek Clerk s Office
City Clerk
10 North Division Room # 111
Battele Creek, MI 49014

#11585
Amount of: $23.06
  • Created — 05/13/2024
  • In Transit — 05/16/2024
  • In Local Area — 05/19/2024
  • Processed For Delivery — 05/19/2024
  • Deposited — 05/29/2024

From: Batte Creek Police Department

Email Message


Shared File from Alicia Greene

Attached is a link to access your requested redcords. Please access no later than June 20, 2024.
Sincerely,
Alicia Greene
City of Battle Creek
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Download (https://secure.battlecreekmi.gov/public/file/tttycbxmmkegg6amje70nw/24-800.zip) Mission for Battle Creek City Government
To ensure a safe, prosperous and culturally enriched community. Vision for Battle Creek City Government
We envision Battle Creek as an extraordinary community where
people choose to live, work and play.