The “Fatal Force Database,” initiated by The Washington Post in 2015, is a comprehensive effort that meticulously tracks and documents police-involved killings in the United States. Focusing exclusively on cases where law enforcement officers, while on duty, shoot and kill civilians, it provides essential data, including the racial background of the deceased, the circumstances of the shooting, whether the individual was armed, and if they were experiencing a mental health crisis. Data collection involves sourcing information from various channels such as local news reports, law enforcement websites, social media, and independent databases like Fatal Encounters. Notably, in 2022, the database underwent an update to standardize and publish the names of the involved police agencies, enhancing transparency and accountability at the department level. This dataset, distinct from federal sources like the FBI and CDC, has consistently documented more than double the number of fatal police shootings since 2015, emphasizing a critical data gap and the need for comprehensive tracking. Continually updated, it remains a valuable resource for researchers, policymakers, and the public, offering insight into police-involved shootings, promoting transparency, and contributing to ongoing discussions about police accountability and reform.