Video Recording and Analysis
Police dash cams have assisted agencies across the country in developing community trust and enhancing officer safety
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In order for first responders to reap the full benefits of mobile video technologies, public safety must have access to a robust and reliable network
Like any piece of new equipment, training officers, supervisors, force investigators and agency heads on the use of body-worn cameras is vital
The ability to initiate a video stream at the push of a button allows onsite responders to immediately share what they are seeing with the command center
Two studies recently challenged the popular narrative about police bodycams; here’s what cops and their communities need to know
Dash cam footage captured a patrolman’s “ninja-like reflexes” in dodging a speeding car
A police department must understand its state’s public records law, and any existing exemptions, before implementing body-worn cameras
We explore training and tactics for best utilizing these tools and key considerations for procurement in this guide to the emerging video technologies shaping LE
Juan Flores, 19, backed an SUV into Officer Jesse Oeinck, who then opened fire and killed the suspect
It’s important to consider the level of training required to ensure successful use of the devices
The officer continued to use force after the suspect fell to the ground, which the lawsuit claims was excessive
The officer was responding to a call about a man with a gun inside a restaurant when he hit the animal
Footage shows a gunman hiding in a car wash before opening fire on officers
How you approach the release of BWC video could mean the difference between driving the narrative and trying to catch up
Three officers returned fire, then formed a perimeter and waited for SWAT to arrive
No one was hit in the exchange
The deputy appears to drive straight through the flames at one point as he tries to help evacuees to safety
A police sergeant was seen on dash cam wrestling a gun from the suspect
Video captured the intensity of the devastating Northern California wildfires
The video shows one of the LEOs standing in front of the car and moving out of the way as the car takes off
Two men saw the struggle between the suspect and the deputy and pulled over to help
The DA has cleared the officer in the shooting
Police from across Wisconsin supported a bill Thursday that would set state policy for when video can be made public and would allow for much of the footage to be withheld
A review of hundreds of videos found no evidence that the officers profiled him by race or used excessive force
Police departments should integrate digital tools like video clips, digital marketing and social media to build their brand
The body-worn camera is a tool like any other an officer can deploy; proficiency in use requires a “train like you fight” approach
One of the most critical components of any policy is determining when an officer should activate the camera and audio
Policy for the release of footage isn’t necessarily one-size-fits all, but the public does expect to see it, and PDs need to craft their BWC policy accordingly
New research involving body camera footage explores situational and dynamic factors associated with decision-making and efficacy of police training
Roger Burzinski was shot after he failed to comply with orders after leading police on a high-speed pursuit with a baby in the car
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