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Is there empirical evidence that surveillance cameras reduce crime?

Based on the papers, articles, and reports reviewed, it seems that CCTV is most effective when combined with other crime reducing/deterring methods such as improved lighting, security guards, and defensible space.

Adams-O'Brien, Frances
Report/Study
Police--Crime prevention
Closed-circuit television
Video surveillance
Electronic surveillance
Public
05/12/2021
09/26/2016