TONAWANDA, N.Y. (WKBW) — The Town of Tonawanda Police Department received a significant technology boost with a $743,000 investment from New York State's Safer Streets Initiative, announced during a visit by Governor Kathy Hochul on Monday.

This funding allows the department to purchase new cutting-edge equipment, including a 3D crime scene scanner, virtual reality equipment, a drone and updated communication devices.

"With these advancements, we can improve our response times, boost our operational efficiency and ensure the safety of both the residents and our officers," said Town of Tonawanda Police Chief James Stauffiger.

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