In Saint-Fons, the left-wing mayor wants to increase the number of video surveillance cameras by 265%
Since 2020, the left-wing mayor of Saint-Fons has significantly increased the number of video surveillance cameras deployed in his commune.
The left-wing mayor of Saint-Fons, Christian Duchêne, is continuing the rollout of video surveillance in his town. " Since the beginning of the year, 16 new camera lenses have been installed, notably in the Jean Jaurès, Jean Macé, and Square des Platanes areas ," the municipality stated in a press release.
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The town hall aims to have a fleet of 168 cameras in operation by the end of 2025, " an increase of 265% since 2020 ," it said. It added: " This significant video deployment is combined with the human presence on the ground, with the strengthening of the municipal police force and the extension of their field presence. "
According to the executive , this explosion in the number of video surveillance cameras pursues several objectives, including " protecting people and property ", " punishing traffic offences " and " fighting against trafficking, incivility and fly-tipping ".
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