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Panel responses on data availability and accuracy for NYPD accountability

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Panel members Babe Howell and Samah Sisay respond to Council Member De La Rosa's question about data accuracy and availability for NYPD accountability, highlighting significant issues with current practices.

  • Babe Howell explains that the gang database is secret and accessing information is challenging
  • Samah Sisay notes that while some data on Terry stops is available, about 30% of stops are not properly documented
  • Both panelists emphasize the lack of transparency and difficulties in obtaining accurate, comprehensive data on police encounters