by EH
On Monday, Trieste unveiled a significant expansion of its surveillance system during a press conference in the Council Chamber. The project, funded by €112,500 from regional grants, includes the installation of 26 new surveillance points and 4 license plate readers, covering 2 new areas and totaling 17 monitored sites across the city.
Officials present at the event included Sandra Savino, Councilor for General Service Policies; Caterina de Gavardo, Councilor for City Security Policies; Walter Milocchi, Commander of the Local Police; and Lorenzo Bandelli, Director of the Department of Innovation and Citizen Services.
Councilor Savino emphasized that the expansion addresses both local security needs and community concerns, facilitated through collaboration with the Provincial Committee for Public Order and Safety. Councilor De Gavardo highlighted the importance of surveillance alongside physical policing, noting a 20% increase in the system’s coverage. Engineer Bandelli discussed plans for future expansion into peripheral areas.
Commander Milocchi stressed the role of surveillance in investigations following incidents, underscoring its dual purpose of immediate response and post-event support.
The project, named “Expansion of City Surveillance – Safe Schools and Squares,” prioritizes areas around schools and public squares. It introduces 26 new surveillance points and 4 license plate readers, all integrated into the city’s fiber optic network. These assets are vital for rapid response and investigative support.
Led by the Department of Innovation and Citizen Services in collaboration with the Department of Local Police, Security, and Civil Protection, the project reflects the city’s commitment to safety. Future plans include further network expansion to enhance existing cameras and integrate additional ones, ensuring continued efforts to safeguard Trieste’s residents.
