The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs is administering the grants from funds made available by the U.S. Department of Justice.
using $24,000 to purchase and replace Tasers for the Henry County Sheriff’s Office and detention facility.
The Tasers will allow patrol and detention deputies to deescalate a situation without the need for lethal force and reduce injuries for all parties involved, according to the Sheriff’s Office. “It’s important for local law enforcement to keep equipment up-to-date as it helps them be better prepared for what they may face on any given day as they protect and serve our communities,”“I am pleased to assist these police departments and sheriffs’ offices in their efforts to keep their officers and communities safe.”in Tuscaloosa County is using $24,000 to purchase cameras for the Lake View Police Department’s patrol units, officers and for use within the police department.
The Alabama Department of Economic and Community Affairs is administering the grants from funds made available by the U.S. Department of Justice. “ADECA is pleased to support Governor Ivey’s efforts to continue assisting the police officers and sheriff’s deputies of these cities and counties as they continue keeping our communities safe,” said ADECA Director Kenneth Boswell.
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