James Kelly, CEO of the Urban League, says gang violence is out of control and the anti-snitching code among youth is hindering police efforts to catch the criminals. Kelly believes cameras can help, not only by deterring thugs but also by helping prosecute the criminals who continue wreaking havoc.
What's particularly interesting is that Kelly and the Urban League have been vocal critics of the Seattle P.D. They've blasted the department over several recent incidents involving alleged police brutality including a case where a young jaywalker ended up getting punched in the face after pushing an officer. Kelly now wants to give that same department the power to monitor residents' every move in the area...
