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Seattle Event Groups Push for Camera Reactivation | Seattle News
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Major Seattle event organizers are urging Mayor Katie Wilson to reactivate 22 police surveillance cameras in the Stadium District and Pioneer Square, following a deadly shooting at the Bite of Seattle festival that killed three and injured four. They also want new cameras added at high-traffic venues like Seattle Center and the waterfront, arguing public safety at large events must be prioritized. Survivors of past mass shootings, including one from Las Vegas, support the move, stressing the value of surveillance footage for investigations. The request comes as the city conducts a privacy audit and studies on the Real-Time Crime Center’s effectiveness — expected by September. While the mayor remains cautious, former officials argue the data shows cameras boost arrest rates, and interim police leadership is already increasing patrols at summer events.
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