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Yahoo
01-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Ames PD announces Community Camera Program
AMES, Iowa — The newly introduced Community Camera Program could help deter crime and aid police during investigations, according to the Ames Police Department. The Ames Police Department announced the program in a Facebook post on Friday. Members of the community can voluntarily register their security cameras with the Community Camera Program to help officers gather information for investigations. City of Des Moines establishes rideshare pick up zone near Court Ave. 'Neighborhood canvasses take time, and time can be critical when officers are looking for information quickly and are trying to identify critical investigative leads. Often, security camera systems capture valuable information, however it may go unnoticed if the resident or business owner is unaware of the crime. Knowing where to look for valuable video evidence increases the efficiency and effectiveness of our investigations,' the website says. The program allows authorities to know where cameras are located, officers will then contact residents in the area and ask them to share footage. The Ames PD says there will not be live access. The Ames PD says the footage taken from cameras will be for official use only and that all personal information shared with the department will remain confidential. Authorities say the cameras and program may help investigators solve crimes faster and could deter crimes in areas with camera coverage. You can learn more about the program on the City of Ames Community Programs and Crime Prevention website under the Community Camera Program tab. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
01-06-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Overnight mail theft hits dozens of homes in Forest Acres, police say
A widespread overnight mail theft spree left dozens of residents with vandalized mailboxes, according to the Forest Acres Police Department. Police say they received multiple reports Friday night that mailboxes on Willingham Drive, Bethel Church Road, Gamewell Drive, Roper Street, and Parish and Rolling Pines roads, were broken into and vandalized, according to a news release. Forest Acres police are investigating the cases and said each instance of theft may be elevated to federal charges through the United States Postal Service. Residents who believe their mailbox was vandalized but have yet to report it are encouraged to call the Forest Acres Police Department's non-emergency line at (803) 782-9444. Police say they are reviewing security video from several streets in the impacted area and are 'following several strong leads.' Whether homeowners were affected or not, Forest Acres Police Chief Don Robinson is advising they review their security cameras for footage that may be helpful to the theft investigation, a news release said.
CTV News
24-05-2025
- CTV News
Police release photos as part of investigation into break-and-enters in Waterloo
The Waterloo Regional Police Service released these images as part of a break-and-enter investigation in Waterloo in May 2025. The Waterloo Regional Police Service has released a series of photos as part of an ongoing investigation into two break-and-enters in Waterloo. Police said the break-and-enters happened in the Willow Street and Erb Street area between May 16 and May 18. Waterloo break and enter suspects Willow Street The Waterloo Regional Police Service released these images as part of an ongoing investigation into two break-and-enters in Waterloo in May 2025. The suspects walked into a residential building and entered two separate units. They are asking anyone who lives there to check security camera footage for any suspicious activity on May 16 from 8:30 p.m. until 10 p.m.
CBC
18-05-2025
- CBC
Waterloo regional police call on homeowners and businesses to register security cameras
Police in Waterloo region are asking property owners and businesses to register their security camera locations to help in criminal investigations. The program called CAMsafe is a public safety initiative that police hope will provide evidence in an area where a crime has been committed. Shaena Morris, the superintendent of investigative services with Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS), said this will give investigators quicker access to video footage. "It saves us the time of having to go out, knock on doors, door-to-door," said Morris. "A lot of times we can communicate with people electronically. So they might be at work, we'd still be able to speak with them, contact them through email, whatever, instead of going door-to-door doing our usual canvas." Morris said police do not have access to anyone's video security cameras without permission and it is a free and voluntary program. All people have to do is register the locations of cameras such as doorbell cams, CCTV systems and other surveillance devices into a secure data base that only police can access. If a crime is being investigated in their area police would have direct contact with the owner to ask permission for the video recording. The program is voluntary and a person can withdraw their consent at any time. "CAMSafe is another important tool that helps us work in partnership with the community to enhance public safety," said WRPS Chief Mark Crowell. "By registering a camera location, residents and business owners can play a direct role in helping prevent and solve crime in their neighbourhoods." Interest in program seen across the country CAMsafe was developed and launched in 2021 by the Belleville Police Service. Since then other police services across the province have started using it, including Hanover, Peterborough, Saugeen Shores and Kawartha Lakes along with Ontario Provincial Police detachments. Guelph Police Service (GPS) launched a similar program called the Security Cameras Assisting Neighbours in Guelph or SCANinGuelph in February of 2022. When CBC K-W spoke to GPS in August of 2024 they indicated 150 businesses and residents signed up. Since then, Guelph police media relations coordinator Scott Tracey says the number has grown to 268 registered cameras across the city. "The registry is already helping to make investigations more efficient and effective by identifying the locations of existing cameras," said Tracey. "This allows officers investigating incidents to directly approach residents and businesses which have registered their cameras, rather than walking door-to-door to look for them." SCANinGuelph is a voluntary program that allows police to view any security camera footage, including Ring cams, on a case-by-case basis when a crime has been committed. Similar security programs have been started by the RCMP and police services across the country in cities like Vancouver, Edmonton and North Bay.
Yahoo
11-05-2025
- Yahoo
Titusville man arrested for attempted murder in overnight shooting, police say
The Brief One person was injured following an early morning shooting Saturday in the Titusville area. The suspect in the shooting, 33-year-old Calvin L. Woodson, has been arrested. Woodson is facing multiple charges and is being held with no bond. TITUSVILLE, Fla. - The man who left one person injured following a shooting Saturday morning in the Titusville area has been arrested, police say. The backstory The Titusville Police Department said they responded to a shooting incident at 4:17 a.m. on Saturday at the intersection of Garden Street and South Grannis Ave. in Brevard County. Officers said they found an adult male suffering from gunshot wounds when they arrived at the scene. The man was transported to the hospital, and authorities said he is expected to survive his injuries. What we know Detectives said they quickly located vital information leading to the name and description of the suspect, which led to probable cause for an arrest. Officers located the suspect in less than two hours, and he was placed under arrest. The man has been identified as a Titusville resident, 33-year-old Calvin L. Woodson. Records show Woodson is facing charges including attempted murder and aggravated battery with a deadly weapon. Woodson is being held at the Brevard County Detention Center with no bond. What they're saying "On behalf of the police department, we want to thank our local businesses for investing in security cameras," Commander Tyler Wright said. "Your commitment to safety played a vital role in helping us quickly identify and apprehend the suspect in this violent crime. This partnership is a powerful example of how technology and working together can make our community safer." What you can do Police are encouraging anyone with additional information related to the case to come forward. The Titusville Police Department can be reached at (321) 264-7800. STAY CONNECTED WITH FOX 35 ORLANDO: Download the FOX Local app for breaking news alerts, the latest news headlines Download the FOX 35 Storm Team Weather app for weather alerts & radar Sign up for FOX 35's daily newsletter for the latest morning headlines FOX Local:Stream FOX 35 newscasts, FOX 35 News+, Central Florida Eats on your smart TV The Source This story was written based on information shared by the Titusville Police Department in a news release on May 10, 2025.
