Monroe Twp. Police Department Launches Body Camera Program to Complement Existing Patrol Car Dashboard Camera Systems
New Body Cameras Paired with In-Car Camera Systems Completes Comprehensive Program to Increase Transparency and Enhance Incident Reporting
MONROE TWP - (December 14, 2020) – The Monroe Township Police Department 
announced today that it has outfitted each of its 49 uniformed patrol officers and supervisors with body-worn cameras.
“Monroe has one of the best and most professional police departments in Middlesex County and our state. Our MTPD officers work tirelessly each day to forge strong community relationships,” said Mayor Gerald W. Tamburro. “The new body worn cameras will serve as a valuable tool for our officers, not only in gathering information but also in evaluation and training.”
Each officer received their body camera following training that was implemented over the last several weeks.
Every uniformed patrol officer will be utilizing a body-worn camera in their daily operations beginning this week.
“We are taking a progressive and comprehensive approach to fortifying our commitment to public safety,” said Chief Michael J. Biennas. “Body cameras, in combination with dashboard surveillance, have proven benefits to police operations, including increased transparency and corroborating evidence. I want to thank Mayor Tamburro, members of Township Council and Monroe residents for investing in this state-of-the-art equipment.”
Visual and audio recordings from body-worn and dashboard cameras will help the Monroe Township Police Department provide a dependable evidentiary record, enhance the accuracy of police reports and court testimony, protect officers from false accusations, and assist in supervision and training.
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All media inquiries may be directed to the Monroe Township’s Public Information Officer Stacey Kennedy at 732-521-4400 or