Brooklyn Park Police say camera program speeds up emergency response

Brooklyn Park Police Department launched a community camera program in July 2025, allowing residents and businesses to register or share camera access during emergencies. The program, which includes real-time access via Axon FususCORE devices for businesses, has registered over 450 cameras and integrated 230 as of June 2026. Authorities cited its role in tracking Vance Boelter, who killed Minnesota lawmaker Melissa Hortman and others.