2022 OP Winter Newsletter

PUBLIC SAFETY

Orland Park NeighborhoodWatch Program

Can I register multiple cameras?

Yes. While completing the registration form, list the number of external surveillance cameras available. If you are registering cameras for multiple homes or business locations, please complete separate forms for each location.

What footage will be used?

Only videos you provide the Orland Park Police Department with will be viewed. This program does not have access to live video cameras, nor will video footage be obtained without your consent.

The Orland Park Police Department has created a new resource for Orland Park citizens and business owners to assist in crime prevention and crime solving efforts. The Orland Park Police Department is asking residents and businesses to voluntarily register their personal security camera information with the Orland Park Police Department. After a crime occurs, often times the first step in the police investigation is canvassing the area for security cameras, that may have captured evidence of the crime. While it would still be necessary for the police to canvass an area during an investigation, a compiled database of security camera information would help

streamline the process and save valuable time and resources. The registration would consist of providing the resident or business location, the number of cameras present and contact information for footage viewing. After registering your cameras, the police department will not have access to your footage. That would have to be provided by the owner on a case by case basis and only select members of the police department would have access to your contact information. The registration process is simple, fast and secure. To register, please fill out the following form that can be found at orlandpark.org/watch.

How do I register?

Visit orlandpark.org/ watch to register. Once registered, you will receive a window cling to hang on a front window/door to show that you are part of the Neighborhood Watch Program. Registration to this program is completely voluntary and can be withdrawn at any time.

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