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FDL police seek feedback on cameras

The Fond du Lac Police Department will hold a community input session at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Aug. 13 to discuss the proposed purchase and implementation of officer body-worn cameras. The meeting is open to all residents within reservation boundaries.

According to a news release, footage captured by FDLPD cameras would serve various purposes within the department, including investigative, evidentiary, training, and accountability uses. Additionally, footage may be subject to release under specific legal circumstances, such as public records requests or legal proceedings.

People can attend the meeting in person at the FDL RBC Chambers, 1720 Big Lake Road, Cloquet, or online at https://fdlrez.zoom.us/j/93212416117. Meeting ID is 932 1241 6117 and passcode is 38517.

Those unable to attend may submit their comments via email to [email protected] or by mail to 1720 Big Lake Road, Cloquet MN 55720, ATTN: FDL Police, ensuring receipt no later than the close of business on Aug. 13.

The Cloquet Police department and Carlton County Sheriff’s Office both already use body-worn cameras.