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Minister Commends Islandwide CCTV Progress
“The installation of the new CCTV system marks a key milestone in strengthening Bermuda’s public safety infrastructure,” said Minister of National Security Michael Weeks regarding the progress of implementing the islandwide CCTV network. A Government spokesperson said, “Minister Weeks and Commissioner of Police Darrin Simons visited... Read more of this article
Ministry Clarifies Speed Cameras, CCTV & More
The Ministry said that “speed cameras are not currently operational in Bermuda” and “encouraged the public to be mindful of its ongoing and active CCTV installation project.” A Government spokesperson said, “The Ministry of National Security advised today that it is aware of online imagery and commentary circulating regarding... Read more of this article
Island Wide CCTV Project First Phase Underway
Minister of National Security, the Hon Michael Weeks, welcomes the first phase of the Island-wide CCTV project aimed at improving safety and security in Bermuda. “This project is a testament to our dedication to ‘working together to keep you safe.’ The CCTV system will improve safety and security and support the Bermuda Police Service... Read more of this article
Column: 250 Cameras To Deter & Detect Crime
[Opinion column written by PLP Senator Dr. Emily Gail-Dill] During our ongoing canvassing on the doorsteps, we have listened to your concerns. As such, your Government has taken action on these issues. In the 2021 Throne Speech, the Government committed to enhancing CCTV. We have kept our promise to upgrade the island’s CCTV and this investment... Read more of this article
Minister Updates On CCTV Network Upgrade
Digicel Bermuda was awarded the contract to upgrade the CCTV Network, the “upgrade is expected to take less than 25 weeks and the “247 new cameras include Facial and License Plate Recognition, PTZ [Pan/Tilt/Zoom], Multisensory, and Varifocal,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said. Speaking in the House of Assembly today... Read more of this article
Column: PrivCom On CCTV Privacy Issues
[Written by Office of the Privacy Commissioner for Bermuda] Best practices for use of video-surveillance systems, often called closed-circuit television [CCTV], is a topic of discussion around the world. Well-designed and selectively used video-surveillance systems are powerful tools for tackling security issues. However, badly designed systems merely... Read more of this article
‘New CCTV System Will Provide 265 Cameras’
“There are currently 150 CCTV cameras across the Island of which 75 are inoperable,” and the “new CCTV system will provide 265 CCTV cameras across the Island at a higher resolution,” Minister of National Security Michael Weeks said Speaking in the House of Assembly today [Feb 24] the Minister said, “After an open procurement... Read more of this article
Government Issue RFP For CCTV Upgrade
The Government has issued a Request for Proposals [RFP] to “upgrade and expand the existing Closed Circuit Television [CCTV] system being managed by the Bermuda Police Service.” The notice said, “The current CCTV system has the following components: Capture Images: – Cameras PTZ and Fixed [Panasonic]; LPR [Vivotek and Axis]. Transmission:... Read more of this article
Video: Police Release Footage Of Shooting
The Bermuda Police Service [BPS] held a press conference yesterday [March 14] to provide an update on the recent shooting incident at the Devonshire Recreation Club, and released CCTV footage in the incident. A police spokesperson previously said, “Shortly before midnight on Thursday, 10th March 2022, police responded to a firearms incident, which... Read more of this article
SJB: ‘Officer Should Be Relieved Of Position’
Social Justice Bermuda [SJB] said that the police officer who shared the CCTV footage showing the fatal collision “is no longer qualified to be a police officer and should be relieved of their position.” A spokesperson said, “Social Justice Bermuda is enraged, dismayed and disgusted to learn that a police officer violated their professional... Read more of this article
New Island-Wide CCTV System Planned
The Ministry of National Security will “advance a new island-wide CCTV system” it was announced in today’s Throne Speech. The relevant part of today’s [Nov 5] Throne Speech said, “For Bermuda to thrive, it must remain a safe place to live and work. Public safety will be enhanced by marrying technology to crime prevention... Read more of this article
Police Appeal For Witness To Come Forward
The investigation continues regarding the fatal collision involving a police vehicle that claimed the life of 21-year-old Antoine Seaman, and the police confirmed that CCTV footage indicates that Mr. Seaman was riding alongside another motorcyclist who the police “believe is a critical witness to the collision” and they “urgently appeal... Read more of this article
CCTV Cameras Installed In St. George’s
“The One Bermuda Alliance made a commitment to increase CCTV coverage across the island, especially in St. George’s,” St. George’s MPs Nandi Outerbridge and Kenny Bascome said today. “That promise became a reality today with the installation of the first of several new cameras in the old town. We are pleased to work with... Read more of this article
Video: CCTV Footage Of Road Collisions
Noting the preventable deaths occurring on the roads, the World Health Organization is promoting this week as a “Go Slow” week, and in acknowledging the week, the police showed CCTV footage of collisions, saying that the intention is “not to provide shock and awe,” but for people to consider how quickly the collisions happened, how... Read more of this article
Approval For CCTV In St. George’s & Dockyard
At their meeting yesterday, Cabinet approved the contract for the expansion of the network to St. George’s and Dockyard, Minister of National Security Jeff Baron said today [June 29] in the Senate. “CCTV is an effective tool in the modern era of policing. Since the implementation of the enhanced network in other parts of the Island, crimes... Read more of this article
Police Probe Into CCTV Crash Footage Release
Following the circulation of CCTV footage showing a police motorcyclist colliding with another police officer who was on foot, the police said they have “commenced an internal enquiry to determine how the CCTV footage was released without authorization.” A police spokesperson said, “A video clip has made its way into the public domain... Read more of this article
