Surveillance Cameras in Oakland, California

SOURCE www.breitbart.com
California Governor Gavin Newsom is sending 480 high-tech surveillance cameras to Oakland to combat rising crime. The cameras can track vehicles by license plate, type, color, and decals, providing real-time alerts of suspect vehicles. Crime rates in Oakland have been increasing, with murders up 37%, robberies up 30%, car break-ins up 40%, and car thefts more than doubled in the past 12 months.

Key Points

  • 480 high-tech surveillance cameras to be installed in Oakland
  • Cameras can identify and track vehicles by license plate, type, color, and decals
  • Real-time alerts of suspect vehicles provided to authorities
  • Crime rates in Oakland have been on the rise, including a significant increase in murders, robberies, car break-ins, and car thefts

Pros

  • Provides law enforcement with tools to combat criminal activity
  • Aims to build safer and stronger communities for all Californians

Cons

  • Raises concerns about privacy and potential infringement on civil liberties