Mississippi County Launches 911 Camera Sharing Program
Hinds County partners with Brivo to give emergency dispatchers instant visual access during active incidents.
- By Jesse Jacobs
- Jun 10, 2026
Hinds County has launched a public safety technology program that makes it the first county in the nation to implement comprehensive 911 camera-sharing technology.
The initiative connects security cameras across government buildings, educational institutions, churches, businesses and neighborhood organizations into a unified public safety network.
Participating security cameras are integrated with specialized sharing software. When an emergency is reported, 911 dispatchers receive instant access to live footage from pre-designated cameras near the incident. This real-time visibility is intended to help dispatchers assess volatile situations and provide critical updates to first responders en route.
The system is already being used to investigate criminal incidents and deter illegal dumping in the area.
During the initial phase of the rollout, technicians installed 72 solar-powered security camera cabinets throughout the county. The installations span the city of Jackson, the town of Terry, eight neighborhood homeowners associations, a local church and areas surrounding Jackson State University and Jackson Public Schools.
According to program specifications, the cameras are not open for public viewing and are not continuously monitored. Video access is restricted to trained 911 professionals and is only triggered during a verified emergency at an authorized location. Dispatchers cannot alter system settings, access camera credentials or download footage.
The system was designed and installed by Wilson Technology Inc., a security integration firm based in Jackson. The network is expandable, allowing local organizations to connect existing security cameras to the program without purchasing new hardware.