Manitoba RCMP say they’ve rolled out bodycams to 98 per cent of the provincial police force’s front line officers.

The initiative, which began with officers in Steinbach in November of last year , is intended to improve transparency and accountability, officials said.

The only remaining Manitoba officers to receive body-worn cameras are those at the new Berens River detachment, which is slated to open next week.

Cpl. Jennelle Hulan of the major crime unit said Thursday that the cameras make the business of everyday policing easier, because officers have a backup recording when taking statements, and can easily use the cameras to get photos of crime scenes, victims, and even suspects.

Video captured by the cameras is stored by a digital evidence management system. RCMP said they’ve

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