9.10.19 – WJXG – Augusta, GA – Rosie Manins
New program, ASAP, speeds up emergency response time … – You might start noticing faster response times from first responders. … transmit alarm signals directly into the system at the 911 call center.
The Kennesaw Police Department is asking home and business owners within the city to improve public safety by registering their personal security cameras and alarms under a new initiative.
It will mean police officers can look up which properties have working security cameras or alarms so they can target the owners of those properties for help in identifying suspects or solving crime.
“Kennesaw Community Watch allows our citizens and businesses free registration for camera and security alarm systems with the police department,” he said. “In keeping with our intentional efforts to create partnerships with our community, we are excited to announce a new program.”
“Following a crime, police officers often go door to door to seek any cameras in the area that might have captured any portion of the crime or a fleeing vehicle,” he said. “This process is time consuming and can delay the apprehension of the criminal at large. With access to accurate information, our officers are able to serve the community more effectively and efficiently.”
Registration can be done online through the police department’s page on the city of Kennesaw’s website.