VI’s CCTV network in final stages of roll-out– CoP Collins
Mr Collins made the announcement while answering questions from the media over the CCTV footage and crime solving in the VI during an October 12, 2023, press conference.
One reporter claimed that oftentimes there are reports of CCTV cameras not working.
“I'm not sure about any times when CCTV is not working. I mean we have a good network of CCTV across the territory now and we're in the final stages of that roll-out,” he said.
The Commissioner added, “There have been some delays in it because of some of the fibre optic lines that needed to be laid and things like that. So it's taken longer than what we thought, but we also have a good network of private CCTV, business CCTV, and you know of course officers will wear body-worn cameras as well in terms of attending incidents,” he detailed.
Availability of video evidence 'never been better' - CoP Collins
Mr Collins added that given the prevalence of CCTV footage, the ability and the availability of evidence through CCTV and body-worn cameras have never been better.
“Of course, there will be times where an incident occurs where the camera is facing the other way, you know, sometimes the network is down and things like that, but I’m not getting many reports to say the CCTV’s not working, if I’m honest,” he said.
Meanwhile, earlier in the year, the RVIPF had encouraged the use of CCTV Cameras in the VI following a spate of burglaries.
“In this modern era, CCTV is accessible, inexpensive, and easy to install. The footage can be stored remotely on the cloud and can be monitored in real-time from any location around the world. Law enforcement can also be alerted while the offense is being committed,” Chief Inspector Vernon Larocque stated.
Mr Larocque added, “While there are no foolproof measures to prevent burglaries, there is some peace of mind knowing that even if you are not at home, there are eyes keeping watch and recording activities in and around your property,” he added.
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35 Responses to “VI’s CCTV network in final stages of roll-out– CoP Collins”
The above are his words. So is he finally saying there are times he is not being honest?
I mean don’t you think that might help without legislation???