Fort Lauderdaleunveiled a new video surveillance vehicle dubbed “The Peacemaker.” The truck, formerly a Brinks armored vehicle, was acquired by the police department for $10 on what is being termed a “strategic partnership” with Brinks and will provide 24-hour video recording capabilities.
“The purpose of 'The Peacemaker' is to enhance the police presence in high-crime areas throughout the city," Fort Lauderdale Detective Travis Mandell told the Broward Palm Beach New Times. “Whereas standard patrol vehicles can only drive through neighborhoods, 'The Peacemaker' can be stationed in front of suspected drug houses, nuisance properties, and other problem areas throughout the city.”