The South San Francisco Police Department (SSFPD) is reaching out to local business owners and residents who utilize video surveillance systems to improve community safety. As part of its ongoing commitment to improving public safety, the SSFPD is launching the Community Camera Assistance Program (CCAP), which aims to utilize private surveillance cameras for crime prevention and investigation.

Video surveillance footage often provides important details that help law enforcement solve cases and ensure successful prosecutions. By creating a voluntary registry of video surveillance camera locations throughout South San Francisco, the SSFPD aims to create a comprehensive network that can be accessed for investigative purposes when needed.

“We recognize the invaluable role that video surveillance plays in keeping our community safe,” said Chief Scott Campbell of the South San Francisco Police Department. “The Community Camera Assistance Program is a proactive step to improve our ability to deter and solve crime.”

Participation in the program is entirely voluntary, and SSFPD assures residents and business owners that it will not actively monitor or control registered cameras. Instead, SSFPD may contact registered participants if their surveillance footage could potentially assist in an investigation.

“We encourage all residents and business owners who have video surveillance systems to join us in this effort,” Campbell added. “Together, we can help ensure South San Francisco remains a safe and vibrant place to live, work and play.”

To register your security camera system or learn more about the Community Camera Assistance Program, please visit http://www.ssf.net/ccapwww.ssf.net/ccap.