Governor of São Paulo stated that he was “completely wrong” about the criticisms made about the use of the equipment
The governor of São Paulo, (Republicans), said this Thursday (Dec 5, 2025) that he was “completely wrong” about the criticisms made about the use of body cameras in the State’s military police. He stated that he had “mistaken” when expressing opposition to the use of the equipment.
“You take the issue of cameras: I was a person who was completely wrong on that issue. I had a mistaken view, the result of past experience I had. It has nothing to do with the issue of public safety,” the governor told journalists at an event in São Paulo.
Tarcísio also stated that he was “convinced” that it is necessary to expand the use of body cameras. In May, the governor that the equipment used by PM-SP does not help with citizen safety and that its management would not increase investments.
“Today I am completely convinced that it is an instrument to protect society and police officers. And we will not only maintain, but expand the program. And try to bring the best in terms of technology”stated the governor of São Paulo.
The governor’s statement came after recent episodes of abuse by state police officers received repercussions in the media.
On Monday (Dec 2, 2024), an agent from Rocam (Ostensive Patrols with Motorbike Support) from the 24th Police Battalion of Diadema a man from the top of a bridge in the south of São Paulo. According to Tarcísio, the police officer will be expelled from the corporation. He.
