Yamunanagar SP Kamaldeep Goyal has appealed to residents and shopkeepers to install CCTV cameras to help prevent crime and assist police investigations.
SP Kamaldeep Goyal asks shopkeepers to install at least two quality cameras outside their establishments to help track criminals and suspicious activity
PEN OF DEMOCRACY NEWS DESK YAMUNANAGAR:
Yamunanagar Superintendent of Police Kamaldeep Goyal has appealed to residents across the district to install CCTV cameras at their homes, shops and commercial establishments to strengthen crime prevention and assist police in monitoring anti-social elements. The police department has also directed all station house officers to maintain records of CCTV cameras installed within their respective jurisdictions.
According to the police spokesperson, the initiative is aimed at creating a stronger surveillance network across the district and improving the ability of investigators to identify offenders after a crime is reported. Police said CCTV footage has increasingly become an important source of evidence during criminal investigations and can help investigators trace suspects and establish their movements.
The Superintendent of Police said that whenever a crime takes place, police investigators generally seek CCTV footage as a priority while attempting to identify those involved. Timely access to recordings can help police establish the sequence of events, identify suspects and take action at the earliest possible stage.
The police department has therefore asked station house officers to maintain proper information about CCTV cameras installed in their respective areas. This will allow investigators to quickly identify locations where relevant footage may be available when an incident occurs.
Police officials said the use of modern technology has become increasingly effective in preventing crime as well as conducting investigation and evidence-based inquiry. CCTV surveillance can help police monitor vulnerable locations and provide useful visual evidence after incidents.
The presence of cameras can also act as a deterrent against anti-social elements. Police said offenders may think twice before committing a crime in locations where they know their movements could be recorded. A wider network of privately installed cameras can therefore complement the surveillance arrangements maintained by the police.
Goyal appealed to residents to remain alert and cooperate with the police in preventing crime. He said public participation is essential for creating a safer environment and that police efforts can become more effective when citizens actively support surveillance and crime prevention measures.
He stressed that better coordination between the public and police can make it more difficult for offenders to evade detection. CCTV cameras installed by residents and business owners can provide investigators with additional sources of information that may not otherwise be available at the scene of a crime.
The SP also pointed out a practical problem faced by investigators in some cases. According to police, offenders sometimes damage or destroy CCTV cameras after allegedly committing a crime and then flee from the location. Such acts can deprive investigators of crucial footage and make it more difficult to identify those responsible.
To address this problem, police have specifically appealed to shopkeepers to install at least two CCTV cameras outside their shops. Multiple cameras can provide coverage from different angles and may help record activity on the road, around the entrance and in nearby areas.
The police have advised business owners to pay particular attention to camera placement so that important areas outside their premises remain within the field of view. Cameras should ideally capture movements on the road and surrounding public areas without leaving significant blind spots.
Goyal has also urged residents and shopkeepers to consider installing good-quality CCTV systems. Police said that simply having a camera is not always enough if the recorded footage is unclear or of poor quality.
Investigators have often encountered situations in which a suspect is visible in CCTV footage but cannot be clearly identified because the image quality is inadequate. Poor resolution, insufficient lighting or improper camera positioning can make facial identification and other visual analysis difficult.
The police therefore encouraged residents to choose cameras capable of producing clear footage, particularly in low-light conditions. Good-quality recordings can prove valuable when investigators need to identify a person’s face, clothing, vehicle or direction of movement.
The SP further appealed to residents in all police station areas of the district to install CCTV cameras wherever possible. He suggested that people consider installing cameras inside their homes and shops as well as at suitable locations outside commercial premises.
According to the police, a broader network of CCTV cameras can assist in monitoring incidents of theft and other offences and provide investigators with footage from multiple locations. Such footage can help establish what happened before and after an incident and may assist in tracing the movements of suspects.
The district police are already using CCTV surveillance as part of their efforts to monitor areas and keep track of criminal activity. Police said cameras installed at different locations are being used for surveillance so that offenders can be identified and action can be taken against them.
The department also highlighted the role of CCTV surveillance in strengthening women’s safety. Cameras installed in public and commercial areas can help improve monitoring of locations where women and other vulnerable groups may face security concerns.
Police said technology-based surveillance, when combined with public cooperation and conventional policing, can strengthen the overall crime prevention mechanism. The objective is not only to investigate crimes after they occur but also to discourage potential offenders from carrying out unlawful activities.
The appeal comes as the district police seek greater community participation in maintaining security. Residents, shopkeepers and other business owners can contribute by installing cameras, ensuring that equipment remains operational and preserving recordings when an incident occurs nearby.
Police have emphasised that CCTV footage can become particularly important immediately after an incident. Residents and business owners who have relevant recordings can help investigators by preserving the footage and making it available to the police when required.
The department’s message is therefore focused on creating a shared responsibility for public safety. While police personnel remain responsible for law enforcement and investigation, residents can strengthen these efforts through surveillance infrastructure and timely information.
SP Kamaldeep Goyal has reiterated that cooperation between citizens and police can make it increasingly difficult for criminals to escape detection. The district police will continue to encourage residents to adopt technology-based security measures and remain vigilant against suspicious activities.
The police have appealed to residents to immediately report suspicious movements or activities to the authorities. They have also encouraged shopkeepers to ensure that cameras remain functional and are positioned in a manner that provides useful coverage.
With increased CCTV coverage, better-quality recordings and stronger coordination between residents and law enforcement agencies, the police expect to improve both crime prevention and investigation capabilities across Yamunanagar district.
