security cameras

A Colorado Springs family was caught in a shooting at Prospect Lake, part of three recent shootings near Memorial Park, prompting calls for increased security measures. The father, Brian Schaefer, criticized the lack of surveillance and cameras, while police confirmed using existing infrastructure from a 2024 state-funded security upgrade to investigate the incident.

Brooklyn Park police are investigating two home break-ins in a week, involving an armed suspect who assaulted women in separate incidents. A task force has been formed to address the crimes, and authorities are urging residents to enhance home security and report any suspicious activity.

Metro Parks Police in Nashville are launching greenway patrols using ATVs and expanding security cameras to address reported crimes like trail attacks and car break-ins. The initiative emphasizes community engagement to enhance safety and deter crime by increasing park usage and public collaboration with officers.

A Smyrna woman reported her car was broken into twice in one weekend near Hartwood and Clyde Avenue. Suspects may have used a special fob to unlock the vehicle, and four teens fled in a black sedan. She is urging neighbors to remove valuables from cars and check security cameras for suspicious activity.

Manchester city leaders are considering installing security cameras along the Little Duck River Greenway after extensive vandalism, including graffiti on bridges, trees, and signs. Mayor Joey Hobbs highlighted the widespread damage and challenges of cleanup, while emphasizing cameras would deter criminal activity without monitoring residents.

The Scottsville Police Department is seeking assistance in identifying an individual seen on security cameras stealing brass from a local business. The suspect remains unidentified.

A Colorado homeowner's security cameras captured firefighters stopping a wildfire near his home, leading to his gratitude. He credited the firefighters and a recent community fire mitigation project for saving his property, urging others to adopt similar measures.

An affordable housing lottery in the Bronx offers apartments starting at $777. The units are part of Starhill Phase II at 51 Featherbed Lane, featuring amenities like free in-unit broadband Wi-Fi, security cameras, and a communal laundry room.

New York State paid $25.7 million in settlements for 170 lawsuits against its prison system over five years, including a $150,000 payout to Antoine Galloway for an alleged 2016 assault by guards. The cases highlight ongoing issues with excessive force and stalled reforms, such as delayed installation of security cameras in prisons.

Zoos are experiencing multiple swatting calls involving references to lions, tigers, and bomb-sniffing dogs. Zoo Miami spent $1 million to upgrade security cameras and hired a security detail from the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office following these incidents.

Two individuals attempted to scam a homeowner by claiming to deliver a medical device, using a laminated sheet with medical insurance logos and a shrink-wrapped box. They requested to see the homeowner's Medi-Cal insurance card but could not provide details about the delivery. The individuals left after being told no medical device was ordered, and surveillance confirmed they had also knocked on a neighbor's door.

A California Army veteran confronted a tenant who repeatedly covered security cameras. Prosecutors stated that Watkins refused to disclose the location of Gillet’s remains unless offered a plea deal.

A suspected meteor caused a loud sound that rattled nerves and windows in Boston and Rhode Island. Scientists believe the meteor exploded in Earth's atmosphere.

A suburban homeowner used security cameras to scare off would-be car thieves in his driveway, as captured on footage. Police responded to a 911 call about a car break-in attempt, but the burglars fled after the homeowner banged on his window, causing only minor damage to the vehicle.

Google Home is introducing a new Gemini-powered automation feature that uses security cameras to detect events and trigger smart home actions. This update includes enhanced voice command support and stability improvements, following its October early access launch.