In an effort to deter crime in Tumon, the Guam Visitors Bureau collaborated with DOCOMO PACIFIC to install multiple cameras along Pale San Vitores Road, including all major entry and exit points into the village.

“The public’s safety continues to be paramount, especially as we prepare for all the events and activities associated with our Visit Guam 2016 year,” GVB General Manager Nathan Denight said.

“With the anticipated arrival of more visitors and returning island residents … it’s important that everyone feels safe,” he said.

DOCOMO donation

DOCOMO PACIFIC, a local telecommunications company, donated more than $100,000 in equipment, labor and maintenance for the new security system, which features about 15 high-definition cameras.

A press conference was held Tuesday at the Sgt. Frankie E. Smith Tumon Precinct, where the new security system was unveiled to the media.

“We can see license plates, we can see individuals. It’s very clear,” said Guam Police Chief Joseph Cruz.

The company also worked with local car dealership Guam Autospot to secure a 2010 Ford Crown Victoria Interceptor to add to the precinct’s arsenal of police cruisers.

The police car was financed using excess funds raised in a company golf tournament, DOCOMO Chief Commercial Officer Thomas Higa said.

The old security camera system operated by GPD in Tumon was donated from funds raised through the Governor’s Cup golf tournament in the early 2000s.

The system lacked funding and maintenance over the years, a GVB press release states.

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Social responsibility

After hearing the old system needed to be replaced, DOCOMO decided to donate the Digital Sentry System.

“We’re a technology company, so who better to do it than us?”

Higa said the company is grateful for the opportunity to help make the community safer.

“As a company that believes in corporate social responsibility, it is important to use our products and services to ensure peace of mind for our residents and visitors,” he said.

The system is expected to expand to Tumon beachsides and parks, Higa said.

“Tourism is growing and so does our need for public safety,” said Gov. Eddie Calvo, who was also at the Tumon precinct on Tuesday.

This article originally appeared on Pacific Daily News: New security cameras installed in Tumon

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