Cape Town adds bodycams to hi-tech crime-fighting arsenal

Latest gadget joins drones and acoustic gunshot detection system

02 May 2023 - 20:27

Cape Town’s safety and security head JP Smith is viewing live footage from across the city on a giant screen in his office along with data on the types of crimes committed and shooting incidents...

There’s never been a more important time to support independent media.

From World War 1 to present-day cosmopolitan South Africa and beyond, the Sunday Times has been a pillar in covering the stories that matter to you.

For just R80 you can become a premium member (digital access) and support a publication that has played an important political and social role in South Africa for over a century of Sundays. You can cancel anytime.

Already subscribed? Sign in below.



Questions or problems? Email helpdesk@timeslive.co.za or call 0860 52 52 00.

Would you like to comment on this article?
Sign up (it's quick and free) or sign in now.

Speech Bubbles

Please read our Comment Policy before commenting.