Public Records Request – Arrest of Maya Aleasa Goldsmith – March 2023, Mallory Square

To Whom It May Concern:

Pursuant to the Florida Sunshine Law, I hereby request the following records:

Pursuant to the Florida Public Records Act, Chapter 119 of the Florida Statutes, I respectfully request access to the following public records relating to the arrest of Maya Aleasa Goldsmith, which occurred at or near Mallory Square Park in Key West, Florida, around 9:30 AM on or about March 23, 2023:

All body-worn camera footage from responding officers, including but not limited to Officers William Howell and Raymond Roscoe.

All dash camera footage from any patrol units involved.

All rear-seat (in-cruiser) camera footage, especially during transport or detainment.

The complete incident and arrest reports, including narrative summaries, use-of-force reports, officer statements, and 911 call logs or transcripts related to this incident.

The CAD (Computer-Aided Dispatch) log for all units responding to Mallory Square Park for this incident.

Incident Reference (per media):

Subject: Maya Aleasa Goldsmith

Date: Approx. March 23, 2023

Time: Approx. 9:30 AM

Location: Mallory Square Park, Key West, FL

Charges:

Battery on a Law Enforcement Officer (x2, felony)

Resisting Arrest (felony and misdemeanor counts)

Misuse of 911 (felony)

Disorderly Conduct (misdemeanor)

Officers Named: Officer William Howell, Officer Raymond Roscoe

Initial Contact Trigger: Refusal to leave public restroom, profanity-laced tirade, then false 911 call

Booking Jurisdiction: Monroe County Jail

Arraignment Date (per press): May 26, 2023

This request is made in the public interest, not for commercial use. The incident involved physical contact with law enforcement, public misconduct, misuse of emergency services, and occurred in a high-visibility public location. The release of these materials will contribute to transparency and understanding of public safety practices and First Amendment-related policing.

I request that records be provided in digital format, if possible, and respectfully request a waiver of any fees, as this request benefits public awareness. If any portion is withheld, please cite the statutory exemption under Florida law and release all segregable portions.

Please confirm receipt of this request and notify me of any timelines or costs associated with fulfillment.

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 10 business days.

Sincerely,

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