FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF News ) – Fort Worth police are asking residents and business owners to join its latest crime-fighting initiative by joining their Community Camera Program.
The voluntary program allows members to register their doorbell and security cameras, which allows authorities to request access to footage in the event of a crime.
Officer Buddy Calzada said surveillance video has proven to be a powerful tool for detectives.
“We’ve used it to put out to the public if anybody may recognize a specific vehicles …we’ve used actual images and its given us a quick turnaround to solve crimes,” he said.
Registering one’s camera does not give authorities automatic access to live video streams or recorded footage, it informs police of the presence of a camera at the location when a crime does occur.
Business owners who want to can integrate their cameras with Fort Worth PD’s camera system, which will give responding officers the ability to receive real-time updates video their video feed.
The Community Camera Program is powered by Flock Safety, a technological platform that collaborates with cities, businesses, schools and law enforcement agencies in communities to fight crime.
The department is already using Flock Safety’s License Plate Readers.
Fort Worth Police Chief Neil Noakes is hoping a lot of residents and business owners take advantage of the new program.
“The Community Camera Program demonstrates the commitment of the Fort Worth Police Department to work hand-in-hand with our community members towards a safer city. This cost-effective, user-friendly, and transparent platform equips us with additional investigative tools and informs our decision-making process, all while safeguarding the privacy of our citizens and their residences. The Community Camera Program marks a significant stride towards keeping Fort Worth safe, together,” he said.
Click here to get more information or to register.
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