Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers is proposing the purchase of 340 body cameras for deputies and detectives in the county’s sheriff’s office. FOX13
Somers said the cameras are intended to improve the transparency of interactions between law enforcement and the public.
"We are following through on our commitment to the community and our law enforcement partners to equip every patrol deputy and detective in theSheriff’s Office with body worn cameras," said Somers. "Public safety is our top priority, and we know that body cams will improve public safety and provide an additional tool for understanding use of force incidents. This added transparency is a key component of ensuring justice for the public and our deputies.
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