Camera surveillance
For your safety, the municipality has installed cameras in a number of places in the municipality. The cameras are a tool to quickly see unsafe situations. And to alert the police, an ambulance or the fire department if necessary. Images can also be used in solving crimes and preventing nuisances. Research shows that the use of camera surveillance has a prevalent effect.
What do the cameras see?
The cameras record moving images 24 hours a day and these can be viewed live by the police in case of incidents. This allows enforcement or police to be on the scene quickly in unexpected emergencies.
Strict Requirements
Camera surveillance is subject to a variety of rules. Cameras are only used to view public areas. Police and judicial authorities may use the recorded images only under strict Requirements . They only use the images to support evidence in a criminal offense.
Camera images are kept for 28 days. Requesting and securing images is only possible with a report to the police. This must be done within seven days.
Where is camera surveillance currently under the direction of the municipality?
- Kerkstraat, Hellevoetsluis
- Shopping center De Struytse Hoeck, Hellevoetsluis
- Stationsweg, Oostvoorne (temporary)
- Kruininger Gors, Oostvoorne
Learn more
When cameras are placed in an area, the municipality informs local residents with a letter. In the area, the municipality posts signs announcing the camera surveillance. New cameras are also announced through the Official Notices website.