The cameras will take pictures of the vehicles that pass by. If one was reported in a crime, HPD will be alerted.
HOUSTON, Texas -- Within the next few weeks, more than 100 license plate reader cameras are set to be up and running in Houston's Council District J, according to Councilmember Edward Pollard, who represents the district.
Pollard said he is allocating more than $100,000 from his council district service fund to HPD, so they can buy the cameras. Several management districts, which are made up of area property owners, are also contributing money in order to fund the camera system. The cameras will take pictures that will show the make, model, color and license plate on all of the vehicles that pass by. If the vehicle has been reported to be involved in a crime, HPD will immediately get an alert and be able to track the vehicle. The cameras will not be able to record video or live stream."We really want people to understand that we are cracking down on crime in District J.
HPD Assistant Chief Yasar Bashir said he believes these cameras will be a great tool in fighting crime in the area and said he has seen how helpful it can be. "I specifically remember one gang shooting that within the same day we were able to identify those individuals and have warrants and them arrested in a matter of days. That's how quickly these types of cameras can help us fight this violent crime," said Bashir.
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