Local police officials discuss use of body cams

With one of the largest police departments in the nation deciding to move ahead with them...don't be surprised if local departments look to equip their officers with body cameras.  Local police officials are already discussing the issue.  Dunkirk Police Chief David Ortolano says he has conversed with other police officials about the issue.

Ortolano-They have had discussions

Fredonia Police Chief Brad Meyers says he is working on his next budget and he intends to include funding for body cams.

Meyers-Will include funding in budget

Meyers says the final decision will ultimately be up to village trustees.  Federal officials are looking at a possible 50-50 split with local departments.  The issue seems to be gaining traction with the LAPD's recent decision to equip officers with cameras.

Click here to listen to entire Viewpoint interview with the police chiefs.

Photo by AP

comments powered by Disqus
Local Weather
Dunkirk, NY
37°
Keyword Search

Classic Hits 101.5FM - 1410AM & KIX Country 96.5FM - 100.3FM
4561 Willow Road | Dunkirk, New York 14048
Telephone: (716) 366-1410
Fax: (716) 366-1416
EEO Report  |  Public Inspection Files
WDOE, Dunkirk, NY & WBKX, Fredonia, NY
Copyright © 2024 Chautauqua Today
Classic Hits 1410 WDOE, Dunkirk, NY.
Site Designed by RiverBender.com
-->