PNP PLANS TO USE NCAP CAMERAS VS CRIMINALS

The Philippine National Police (PNP) plans to use close-circuit television (CCTV) cameras from the No-Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP) system to enhance police response and crime prevention.

- By AARON RECUENCO

Nearly 16 years ago, the National Capital Region Police Office (NCRPO), then headed by retired police general Roberto Rosales, envisioned an interconnected camera system in Metro Manila to enhance police visibility, deter crime, and improve response time.

Rosales even went to the extent of conducting several simulation exercises to show how beneficial the project would be in terms of peace and order. However, due to lack of funding and support, the project never materialized.