The Winnipeg Police Service is set to begin a body-worn camera pilot program for some front-line officers next week. According to the police service, 40 cameras will be worn by frontline personnel starting on June 10, as part of a six-month trial. The program is intended to test the use of body-worn cameras during routine policing activities while it is in operation.
Both outlets report the same rollout timeline and scope: the pilot involves a limited number of officers and cameras, rather than a department-wide implementation. The Winnipeg Free Press notes the cameras will start next Wednesday, aligning with Global News’ report that June 10 is the start date. The trial is described consistently as lasting six months.
No additional operational details, evaluation criteria, or deployment rules are provided in the excerpts beyond the start date, the number of cameras/officers, and the pilot’s duration.
