January 17, 2025 - 21:33
LAKELAND, Fla. – The Lakeland Police Department has embarked on an innovative partnership with Florida Polytechnic University to enhance their operational capabilities through cutting-edge technology. This collaboration focuses on integrating firearm technology with body-worn cameras, aiming to improve accountability and transparency in law enforcement.
The initiative seeks to establish a seamless connection between officers’ firearms and their body cameras, ensuring that crucial evidence is captured in real-time during critical incidents. By linking these two technologies, the police department hopes to provide a clearer narrative of events, which can be invaluable in investigations and court proceedings.
Florida Poly’s expertise in engineering and technology development will play a vital role in this project. The partnership not only benefits the police department but also offers students at the university a unique opportunity to engage in practical, real-world applications of their studies. Together, they are paving the way for a more secure and efficient law enforcement environment in Lakeland.
