Northport Police Get $20K Body Cam Grant

0:00Northport police in Alabama just scored a $20,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice to gear up with body-worn cameras. This funding through their Bureau of Justice Assistance lets every patrol officer get fully equipped with 10 new cameras. They also tighten their body camera policy and nailed a national program review process to make sure everything's on point. Leaders say this move ramps up accountability, captures key moments from the field, and builds stronger trust with the community. It's all about transparency and keeping everyone safer on both sides. The chief highlighted how it elevates service to Northport folks, while justice officials praise these tools for bridging gaps between cops and neighborhoods. With officers now fully outfitted, expect smoother interactions and real progress in local policing as this rolls out. I'm Corey with the story and you've been listening to Birmingham News today. AI-powered local news.