The Metropolitan Manila Development Authority (MMDA) has started using body-worn cameras to support its No Contact Apprehension Policy (NCAP). The move aims to improve transparency and reduce confrontations between traffic enforcers and motorists.
The new Swift Traffic Action Group (STAG) will wear the cameras during road-clearing operations. Each team will work in pairs: one officer wears the camera while the other issues and records violations. The devices are connected to the MMDA’s Communications and Command Center for live monitoring and documentation.
The initial rollout covers major roads in Metro Manila and designated Mabuhay Lanes. MMDA plans to expand coverage once the street parking ban is approved. STAG will also lead anti-illegal parking operations, followed by checks from the Special Operations Group – Task Force for Road Clearing.
All footage is uploaded and reviewed manually by NCAP personnel. As of September 8, MMDA has recorded over 65,000 violations, with more than 36,000 validated.
The MMDA clarified that STAG will focus on no-contact enforcement. Physical towing of illegally parked vehicles will still be handled by a separate unit, the Special Operations Group – Task Force for Road Clearing.
As of this week, the MMDA has recorded over 65,000 violations under NCAP, with more than half already validated.
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