Chestermere, Alta. – Chestermere RCMP has officially equipped frontline officers with body-worn cameras as part of the Alberta RCMP’s ongoing commitment to transparency, accountability, and modernization. Following comprehensive training, officers are now ready to use this cutting-edge technology while serving their communities.
This initiative is part of a 12-month nationwide rollout of body-worn cameras, which began in the fall of 2024. Between 10,000 and 15,000 cameras are being deployed to frontline officers across Canada, with Alberta RCMP detachments at the forefront of this important step forward.
Body-worn cameras are increasingly used by police agencies worldwide for their ability to provide accurate, unbiased audio-video documentation of police interactions. Your Alberta RCMP is proud to implement this technology to meet the ever-changing policing needs of Albertans and uphold public safety.
Key benefits of body-worn cameras include:
- Enhanced accountability and public trust: Video evidence collected will provide an independent, and objective way to capture interactions between the community and police officers..
- Improved police-community interactions: Cameras encourage respectful encounters and reduce tensions.
- Better evidence collection: High-quality audio and video footage supports investigations and prosecutions.
- Efficient complaint resolution: Objective records expedite investigations, saving time and resources.
“Frontline officers of the Chestermere RCMP are excited to add this piece of modern technology to their RCMP issued tools. Most frontline officers have already been trained and will be using the body-worn cameras immediately”, states Staff Sergeant Kathy Klassen.
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