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Ottawa completes installation of FLOCK cameras in city parks

3 arrests for criminal activity have occurred since implementation

Ottawa Police Chief Brent Roalson describes to the Ottawa City Council Tuesday how the changes in OSF Healthcare services would affect his department.

Ottawa Police announced Friday the completion of camera installation at city parks, ensuring prompt response times when trouble ensues.

“The intent and purpose of FLOCK cameras in the parks is to keep your community members safe while protecting the investments made by tax dollars to improve and beautify our parks, “ Police Chief Brent Roalson said in a news release.

The implementation was done in partnership with Commissioner Marla Pearson and the Ottawa Parks and Recreation Board.

Since implementation, Roalson said, there have been three arrests for criminal activity.

Tom Collins

Tom Collins

Tom Collins covers criminal justice in La Salle County.