In an effort to alleviate public uncertainty about law enforcement vehicles, Madison Police Department has implemented a new identification system. This initiative comes amidst growing concerns regarding U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) activities.
To enhance transparency, the department has placed identification placards on more than 150 unmarked vehicles, including sedans, SUVs, minivans, and pickup trucks, as detailed in their recent announcement.
These unmarked cars, typically operated by detectives, commanders, or community outreach officers, now feature placards that clearly state their affiliation with the Madison Police Department (MPD) in both English and Spanish…