LAHORE: Night patrols and surveillance was initiated by the Safe Cities Command and Control Center to ensure citizens’ safety and to curb crime. According to details, IG Punjab deputed divisional SPs for night patrols from PSCA IC3 Center. Crime pockets and hotspots are being identified with the help of Safe cities cameras, while police patrols and blockades are being made more efficient through PSCA technology. The force is being deployed for targeted operations according to crime heat maps. On the other hand, surveillance is also ongoing with the help of LTE handsets and facial recognition cameras. Strict departmental action will be taken against those guilty of irresponsibility and negligence. IG Punjab Dr Usman Anwar issued instructions that all PSCA resources should be utilized for crime fighting.
(Tribune)
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