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Madison Police Bodycams Under Fire | Milwaukee News
Madison’s lack of body-worn cameras for police is under intense scrutiny after the fatal shooting of Corey Ruiz, sparking renewed calls for accountability and transparency. Though Wisconsin law established rules for bodycam footage in 2020, it never required use or funded implementation — until now. Facing mounting pressure, the mayor has pledged to include bodycams in the next budget. The Wisconsin Department of Justice is investigating Ruiz’s death, examining whether it was criminal or justified under self-defense — a standard that applies equally to officers and civilians. With 18…
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