“We expect the men and women in the police force will be able to use the body cameras by September or November this year. “The body cameras will be used by those on patrol as well as during special operations. “Proper usage of the body cameras enables my men to prove that whatever action taken by them is transparent and recorded for later verification. Meanwhile, Malaysians Against Rape, Assault and Snatch Theft (Marah) founder Dave Avran welcomed the use of body cameras by the police. “The police should be fully aware of privacy laws and engage the relevant stakeholder groups before using the body cameras, ” he said.

Source: The Star April 08, 2021 23:15 UTC