Government to Roll Out Surveillance System Amid Crime Concerns
The Government of Antigua and Barbuda has announced plans to install a new surveillance system across the island in a bid to tackle rising crime.
Prime Minister Gaston Browne confirmed that negotiations with providers have been ongoing for several weeks and are now nearing completion.
In the first phase of the project, approximately 200 surveillance systems will be installed at strategic locations.
The move comes as the nation grapples with a recent surge in criminal activity. On Friday, prominent businessman George “Charlie” Barnes was shot and killed outside his home in Ottos Newtown, sending shockwaves through the community. Just weeks earlier, another businessman was held at gunpoint, and police have also reported multiple cases of theft and violent attacks in recent months.
Browne said the surveillance initiative will enhance law enforcement’s ability to deter crime, improve response times, and strengthen investigations.
The government is expected to officially finalize the deal soon, clearing the way for installation to begin.
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