CAMSafe: The Next Generation of Your Neighborhood Watch
We have partnered with the Belleville Police Service in a community safety initiative. CAMSafe is a new program aimed at creating a volunteer registry of private security cameras in the city. It will act as a resource for police when investigating criminal offenses.
Studies have shown security cameras have not only reduced crime rates but also act as an extra set of eyes to help police identify and apprehend criminals. This program establishes a community network that will help protect our neighbourhoods. Think of it like Neighbourhood Watch 2.0
What is CAMSafe?
CAMSafe is a registry of camera locations only – only you will ever have direct access to your security system and account information. The program is a resource that allows police to know the location of cameras within a geographic area when investigating crime. If police require access to your footage, they will reach out to you and make a request directly.
How Does CAMSafe Work?
Register any security cameras with as many or as few details as you wish: the direction the camera captures, footage retention, and even screenshots. If a crime is committed and officers believe the footage may benefit the investigation, an officer will contact you to request footage. You can delete your account and change your information at any time. And you are under no obligation to share your footage with police.
How can registering my camera help?
Having a resource with real-time maps of camera locations in the city will not only reduce the time officers spend searching for footage but will play a pivotal role in a fast-moving investigation such as a potential kidnapping or robbery.
Who has access to my cameras?
Only you. The Belleville Police Service never directly accesses your security system. If your footage would be beneficial, an officer will reach out. You can choose whether to provide your security camera footage. Only police officers have access to the CAMSafe registry.
We all play a vital part in keeping our community safe. Join us in providing greater community security by registering your security cameras today.
Register your security cameras and help keep our community safe.
