Across the United States, the rise in crime has presented significant challenges for law enforcement. However, a powerful tool has emerged as a vital asset in prosecuting offenders: surveillance cameras. With an estimated 85 million surveillance cameras nationwide, including cell phones, and a staggering two billion hours of footage recorded daily, this technology is revolutionizing crime-solving.
Sean 'Sticks' Larkin, host of Fox Nation's "CrimeCam 24/7" and a retired Tulsa Police Department Lieutenant, highlighted the importance of this technology. He emphasized how this vast network of cameras, encompassing bodycams, dashcams, doorbells, and security systems, plays a crucial role in identifying suspects, reconstructing crime scenes, and ultimately, securing arrests and convictions.
Fox Nation's "CrimeCam 24/7" delves into various incidents captured on camera, showcasing how crucial video evidence has become. For example, surveillance footage played a key role in identifying and apprehending Deion Patterson, the suspect in the May 3, 2023, shooting at an Atlanta medical facility. In another case, Ring doorbell footage captured images of murder suspect Michael Charles Burham hours after he allegedly killed Kala Hodgkin and set her car ablaze. This video evidence proved invaluable in tracking Burham's movements and ultimately contributed to his capture.
Larkin also stressed the importance of citizen involvement in crime prevention. He noted that while camera footage is essential for prosecution, active community participation is equally crucial in creating safer neighborhoods. He called on "good citizens" to step up and contribute to a more secure environment.
"CrimeCam 24/7" offers viewers a deeper look into the evolving landscape of law enforcement and the increasing reliance on technology in solving crimes. The series is available for streaming on Fox Nation.
