Ryedale CCTV Upgrade

Upgraded CCTV systems in three Ryedale towns are now up and running.

22:26 04 November 2018

CCTV systems in Malton, Norton and Pickering have been recently upgraded using funds raised by the charity Ryedale Cameras in Action (RCIA).

 

In the last few years, the trustees have recognised that the original system is outdated and has explored various ways to upgrade it using IP, high-definition cameras.

 

The upgraded system, which cost £50,000, is now permanently on and recording 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year. It is monitored by Scarborough Borough Council at the CCTV suite.

 

Inspector Martin Dennison, of North Yorkshire Police, said: “The system is already proving its worth as it has helped us with our inquiries into criminal activity in all three towns.

 

“Those who wish to offend in our towns need to know they will be apprehended and the CCTV is a valuable tool, along with the work of local officers and PCSOs to ensure this happens.”

 

Martin Dales, chairman and a founder member of RCIA, said: “On behalf of the trustees I want to thank all those who have shown their support to fund a replacement system when there are so many other pressures on finances - these include Malton Town Council, Norton Town Council, Pickering in Business, Fitzwilliam Malton Estate, Malton and Norton businesses, Ryedale District Council and North Yorkshire Moors Railway.

 

“It is very pleasing to have Pickering back on board.

 

“I do hope residents and businesses alike will support Pickering in Business in helping them raise the funds they need annually.”