City Council approved a plan to buy and use body cameras for 250 officers over the next three years. Less than a month ago, Senior Officer D.C. Twiddy shot and killed Akiel Denkins, police say, during physical confrontation, but some residents of the area say the officer shot Denkins from behind as he was attempting to run away. The body cameras are meant to assure the safety of the citizens and the police department. The proposal was not debated and won unanimous approval. The council members will develop the specifics of the plan at a later date. According to the Raleigh Police Chief, the plan should cost an estimated $1.25 million during the first year.

Source: WRAL