WESTERN MASS. (WGGB/WSHM) — 32 local police departments across Massachusetts are getting a major tech upgrade on Tuesday, thanks to a new round of state funding.
The Healey-Driscoll Administration announced nearly $3.5 million in grants to help departments launch or expand body-worn camera programs.
The areas in Western Mass. getting the equipment are as follows:
- Conway Police Department, $31,844
- Shelburne Police Department, $63,067
- Southwick Police Department, $28,163
- West Springfield Police Department, $110,444
- Westfield Police Department, $174,000
Governor Healey says the cameras help establish clear standards for policing statewide…