MPD prepares CCTV system to keep eye on city
02/05/2008
GMA NEWS

Manila police are now laying the groundwork for a computerized closed-circuit television (CCTV) system that will keep an eye on police stations and other key facilities in the city.

Radio dzBB reported Tuesday that MPD head Chief Supt. Roberto Rosales ordered the computerization of the MPD's tactical operations center to turn it into a war room.

He said he wants the war room to be "computer-friendly" and to monitor the CCTV units set up in all the city's 11 police stations and critical areas.

The MPD said this will help them pinpoint crime-prone areas and secure vital installations, including the oil depot in Pandacan, the Light Rail Transit (LRT), and other transportation terminals.

On the other hand, he said the CCTV units in police stations will help them detect monkey business by corrupt policemen, including those engaged in "hulidap" activities.