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Police chief outlines staffing shortfalls, drone program and evidence storage concerns
Summary
San Angelo Police Chief Travis described staffing and space shortages, plans for automated drones and a real‑time crime center, and evidence‑storage risks that will require multi‑year facility planning.
San Angelo Police Chief Travis briefed council members about persistent staffing shortfalls and operational stress, and outlined investments the department expects to pursue, including automated drones, a real‑time crime center and a future evidence‑storage or facility replacement plan.
Why it matters: Chief Travis said vacancies and the need for specialized investigators have strained patrol resources, raised reliance on overtime, and limited the department’s ability to pursue proactive policing programs. He described investments in technology—drones and a real‑time…
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