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By Brook Wagner, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Medicine Hat News The Medicine Hat Police Service has more than tripled the number of body worn cameras it uses, raising the total from 26 to 86. The service said the expansion meets an Alberta government rule that requires all frontline officers to wear the cameras. It also said the change is meant to improve transparency, accountability and public trust. \u201cBody-worn cameras are an important tool that supports both the public and our officers,\u201d said Sgt. Sean McGuigan, the service\u2019s body-worn camera co-ordinator. \u201cBy expanding our program, we are strengthening our ability to accurately document interactions, enhance accountability and continue building confidence in the work our members do every day.\u201d Alberta announced the mandate in March 2023. It was the first province in… <\/p>\n

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By Brook Wagner, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter, Medicine Hat News The Medicine Hat Police Service has more than tripled the number of body worn cameras it uses, raising the total from 26 to 86. The service said the expansion meets an Alberta government rule that requires all frontline officers to wear the cameras. It also said the change is meant to improve transparency, accountability and public trust. \u201cBody-worn cameras are an important tool that supports both the public and our officers,\u201d said Sgt. Sean McGuigan, the service\u2019s body-worn camera co-ordinator. \u201cBy expanding our program, we are strengthening our ability to accurately document interactions, enhance accountability and continue building confidence in the work our members do every day.\u201d Alberta announced the mandate in March 2023. It was the first province in... <\/p>\n

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