The San Marcos Police Department said it will share information more quickly than in the past during “critical incidents,” including mass shootings, natural disasters or events where police seriously injure or kill someone.
In the crisis communication policy it rolled out last month, the department said it will share initial information with residents and the press within two hours of an incident and will hold a news conference within two business days.
SMPD said it will not release bodycam footage if it believes it will impede an investigation. Video could be released after a grand jury has reviewed all the evidence or if it would “further a law enforcement cause,” such as identifying a suspect or helping residents identify an immediate threat to the community.
Full story: San Marcos police vow to release info on incidents sooner, but not necessarily bodycam footage