Lexington’s Public Safety Commissioner says the rollout of police body cameras continues in the city. Ronnie Bastin also says citizens should expect new initiatives to address concerns about youth violence.
The former police chief says close to half of officers in line to receive body cams, are now using them. Bastin says Lexington reviewed the wearable technology thoroughly before making the purchase.
The veteran law enforcement official says the division of police hasn’t had any major issues that he’s aware of, " I think it’s gonna enhance the capability that we have and provide additional insights into cases and contacts with individuals that will help us,” noted Bastin.
Bastin says the police department is continuing to expand its programs for youth. The public safety commissioner says additional measures to help curtail youth violence are on the way. The public safety commissioner gave an update last week to Lexington Rotarians.?
