Hamilton Police to purchase 500 body cameras
- Michael Kras
- 04 Jul 2024
The Hamilton Police Service (HPS) recently approved the implementation of body-worn cameras for police officers.
The HPS shared in a news release that they’ll be investing in 500 body cameras, making use of a budget of just shy of $9.6 million over the next five years.
This represents a revision in the originally proposed investment of $15.5 million towards the cost of implementing the technology through a previously higher number of 650 body cameras.
The HPSB approved Hamilton Police Service's body-worn cameras at its June 27 meeting. Since 2015, the Service has reported on and monitored their efficacy. Implementation will begin in 2025. Read More: https://t.co/iMtsWfFjGT
— Hamilton Police (@HamiltonPolice) June 27, 2024
The move comes after the HPS monitored the efficacy of body cameras in other police forces across Canada since 2015. As of now, 17 police services in Ontario have adopted the technology, and another 18 are considering it.
Body-worn cameras offer an unbiased view of interactions between police and the public as well as capturing critical evidence for investigations.
“This move aligns with the Service’s strategic plan to leverage technology and innovation with the goal of modernization,” wrote the Hamilton Police Service in a release.
“The aim is to increase transparency and accountability in public interactions while enhancing public and officer safety.”
What do you think of the decision? Let us know in the comments!
Read the full release here.
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