WICHITA — Wichita police are getting upgraded body cameras and new cameras for supervisors.
The department has had some body cameras since 2015. Police officials say the upgrades are similar to upgrading a cell phone.
Officers are training how to use the 479 upgraded cameras. Another 60 new cameras for field sergeants is expected to be in use early this year.
The Wichita Eagle reports the upgrades come two months after a motorcycle officer had trouble turning his camera on during a chase that ended with the officer shooting at a suspect.
The new body cameras from Axon can automatically activate when lights and sirens are turned on.
The new cameras for supervisors are being purchased with a $100,000 federal grant. The upgrades are part of an existing contract.
