The Alliance Police Department has received a grant from the Nebraska Department of Transportation, Highway Safety Office (NDOT-HSO) to purchase one in-car camera system according to Bill Kovarik, Administrator for the NDOT Highway Safety Office.
"In-car cameras have become vital for law enforcement these days. The industry is becoming more technologically sophisticated and this will help improve both highway and law enforcement safety,” stated Kovarik.
The NDOT-HSO has utilized this funding primarily to aid local law enforcement in obtaining in-car cameras and alcohol testing equipment used to assist in the apprehension and conviction of impaired drivers. The total grant funding assistance for this project is up to $3,500.00.
“Law enforcement serve an essential role in our community and they have to be properly equipped to do their jobs. Their dedication and this funding continue to positively impact alcohol-related crashes and the injuries and fatalities that result,” Kovarik said.
Alliance Police Chief Lukens stated, “We remain committed to being fiscally responsible with taxpayer dollars. The Alliance Police Department is delighted to continue working in tandem with the Nebraska Department of Transportation for the safety and transparency of all.”