Police chief urges caution on traffic-enforcement cameras, says speed not main driver of crashes

Jul 7, 2026

South Windsor Police Chief presented crash and traffic-count data showing speed is a small contributor to local crashes and cautioned that automated camera programs require careful design, staffing, and vendor oversight before the town seeks DOT approval.

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South Windsor’s police chief told the town council that the state law enabling automated traffic-enforcement cameras requires a cautious, data-driven approach and significant administrative work before the town should apply.

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