Utilization of CCTV Cameras in Bontoc, Mountain Province

Abstract

In order to combat crimes society over the past has formulated methods to safeguard humanity from harm. Numerous methods have been  ranging from ancient methods to sophisticated methods of battling crimes. One of this sophisticated method is the utilization of CCTV cameras.  This study portrays CCTV Camera as a tool in the investigation of crimes in Bontoc, Mountain Province. A quantitative design was used to describe the profile of establishments with CCTV cameras according to types of establishment and the number of CCTV cameras installed. It included the difference on the number and type of crimes committed before and after CCTV installation; and the problems/ issues encountered by the police officers and establishment owners/administrators in relation to the utilization of CCTV camera. The study revealed that more business establishments installed CCTV cameras as compared to other types of establishments. Further, private individuals, business entities and government officials or heads of offices consciously installed CCTV cameras for them to monitor those who enter and exit their respective vicinities. They are also aware that the CCTV cameras may deter crime.   It was also revealed that there was no significant difference in the number of crimes committed before and after CCTV camera installation.  As to the problems encountered by the respondents in the utilization of CCTV cameras it was found that most were on the technical aspects like poor quality image, poor CCTV quality, limited recording capacity and absence of a steady watcher.