Around 90% heinous crimes declined in capital, police wore body cameras to control resistance: SSP.

ISLAMABAD -- Around 90% of heinous crimes declined in the federal capital as compared to the previous years and a comprehensive strategy was devised for curbing street crimes to ensure the protection of the lives and properties of citizens.

Talking to PTV news, SSP Operation Malik Jameel Zafar Tuesday said that to control the public's resistance the Islamabad Police has formally installed body-worn cameras in uniforms of personnel performing duties at different check posts which will capture images of law enforcement encounters with the public, including suspects, witnesses, and protesters.

He said the body cameras would allow police to gain some confidence in one another, knowing that anything anyone says about the interaction can later be verified.

Replying to a question, he said all major cases of heinous nature were resolved through the use of modern technology, and law and order would effectively be maintained throughout the city.

He further described that several modern initiatives were being adopted by Islamabad police in its routine affairs which include the functioning of patrolling units, safe city cameras, and the introduction of a street watchers system that will also control the crime on the streets.

He said that for the reduction of street crimes capital police will also increase barriers at all entry and exit points, adding, special measures were...