In the last decade, law enforcement agencies in Great Britain, France, Monaco and even Belize have turned to Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) surveillance to enhance public security. Studies across the US have shown that CCTV surveillance is successful in reducing and preventing crimes as well as has been helpful in prosecuting individuals committing crimes.

Consider video-ops the modern upgrade to neighborhood watches. Members join forces to share costs. Video-ops may be used to protect neighborhoods, schools, or groups of businesses. Members may be persons or organizations in or outside the area to be protected.

Know of an area that could benefit from a video-op? Use the dialogue sheet below to find out how anyone, (whether rich, poor, living in Belize or abroad) can create or support a video-op :

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