Mankato Public Safety launches body-worn cameras

Mankato police officers will now be wearing body-worn cameras during their interactions with citizens, depending on the nature of their role.

The cameras went live at 7 a.m. Monday, according to Matt DuRose, Deputy Director of Public Safety.

A person’s assignment will help determine whether or not they wear BWCs:

• Uniformed officers on the patrol division will always be equipped with a BWC.
• Those working undercover assignments will not because it could compromise the operation.
• Specialty details, such as detective, administration, and drug task force, may be equipped with a BWC depending upon their role.

Body-worn cameras can provide a more accurate record of police encounters, foster the improvement of police-community relations, and improve the quality of evidence brought into criminal prosecutions.

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