A few weeks later than originally anticipated, the first shipment of body cameras is now in the hands of Lexington police.
Earlier this spring, police officials thought body cameras might be incorporated gradually in June.
They say a high demand for this type of body camera pushed back the start-up. Officers will now begin using the video technology in mid August. Initially 75 officers will each be issued two body cameras.
They will activate their cameras for all law enforcement contact with citizens, investigative or otherwise, that occur within the performance of their official duties. These interactions would include pedestrian and vehicle stops, calls for service at businesses and homes, and motorist assists. Future shipments will eventually equip 400 Lexington officers with body cameras.