Request for Bodycam footage(FOIA)
Dear Pohatcong Township,
Under the authority granted by the New Jersey Open Public Records Act (N.J.S.A. 47:1A-1 et seq.), I am formally requesting the release of the below-mentioned body-worn camera and dashcam footage pertaining to the specific incident outlined below:
Incident Case Number: 2023-005689
Officer Name & Badge Number:
- Officer Name: OFF. SIERRA S DIMAIO [#Badge Number: 23] = bodycam + dashcam + backseat[#Officer Name: OFF. SIERRA S DIMAIO / Cruiser Name: 75-14]
- Officer Name: Ptl. Webb [Badge Number not specified in report]= bodycam
This request encompasses unedited footage from the above-mentioned officer's body-worn cameras and patrol vehicle dashcams involved in the referenced incident.
In compliance with the New Jersey OPRA, I expect a response to this request within seven business days as stipulated by state law. Failure to meet this deadline will result in my seeking judicial relief to enforce compliance under the statute.
Please inform me of any fees associated with the processing of this request prior to proceeding. The timely and unimpeded access to these records is essential for maintaining public transparency and upholding New Jersey's statutory requirements.
Should there be any need for clarification or further details regarding this request, please contact me directly without delay.
I appreciate your prompt attention to this matter and look forward to your cooperation.
Sincerely,
Pamelina Manna
Good Morning,
This is to notify you that your OPRA request has been forwarded to me to
fulfill. I have been out of the office so this was received by me
yesterday, June 30. I will begin looking for records today and get back
to you asap.
--
Sandy Pierman
Police Records
Pohatcong Township Police Dept
50 Municipal Drive
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
Phone: 908-454-9836
Fax: 908-454-3234
To keep you informed. I am waiting for the release approval of the Body
cams. I will update you after the holiday as to the status of this
request.
On Tue, Jul 1, 2025 at 8:38 AM Sandy Pierman <[1][email address]>
wrote:
Good Morning,
This is to notify you that your OPRA request has been forwarded to me to
fulfill. I have been out of the office so this was received by me
yesterday, June 30. I will begin looking for records today and get back
to you asap.
--
Sandy Pierman
Police Records
Pohatcong Township Police Dept
50 Municipal Drive
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
Phone: 908-454-9836
Fax: 908-454-3234
--
Sandy Pierman
Police Records
Pohatcong Township Police Dept
50 Municipal Drive
Phillipsburg, NJ 08865
Phone: 908-454-9836
Fax: 908-454-3234
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Your request for the release of BWC has been approved. The Charge for
this request will be $15 for pickup - If you want the DVD's mailed, there
will be an additional charge for postage. We accept cash or certified
check only. DVD's will not be copied until payment is received.