Cops Caught on Tape Since they were first used in the mid-1980s, video cameras in cop cars have not only been a valuable training tool, they've given us all a rare glimpse into the real world of police work. From unbelievable acts of violence, to incredible acts of heroism. From everyday verbal abuse, to an officer's abuse of power. Virtually anything cops say and do can be caught on video. But even with this hard evidence, situations aren't always as they appear.

Thieves Caught on Tape A theft occurs every minute in America, many of them right in front of surveillance cameras. We'll show you convenience store robberies, bicycle thefts, airport luggage rip-offs and sophisticated credit card scams. Law enforcement officials will tell you video is a powerful weapon for catching criminals. But can surveillance cameras actually help prevent crime?

Crimes Caught on Tape Hi-tech police cruisers and news helicopters have them. And now, video cameras are in the hands of at least one person in every crowd. With a greater chance than ever of a crime getting caught on tape, law enforcement is changing. The boom in video is offering new insights into how criminals operate - and new ways to catch and convict them.