The City of Lincoln and Lincoln Police Department are partnering together to enhance video security in the downtown area.

Police Chief Joe Meister explains they have mostly installed cameras in the downtown area and they have already shown to be beneficial.

According to Chief Meister, the additional security in downtown Lincoln will be implemented in phases. He explains they will expand west in the next phase.

The Police Department is having to pay for these cameras out of its budget because there are no grants available. He notes though, they have some incredible features.

Chief Meister indicates they will also be able to assist other departments in investigating if they have any suspects coming through the downtown area of Lincoln.