Harness Racing Victoria (HRV) today announced measures to further assist integrity in the sport with the installation of additional cameras at Tabcorp Park Melton.
The advanced cameras will cover all horse stalls, parade ring, float car park and maintenance equipment shed.
The use of CCTV cameras has greatly assisted law enforcement agencies in solving crimes over a long period of time and is commonplace within the community.
HRV believes the installation of these cameras ensures greater integrity for the sport at its major racing venue, Tabcorp Park.
The HRV Integrity Unit will have access to the CCTV footage to investigate complaints and matters arising out of trials and race meetings.
The CCTV can also be provided to law enforcement agencies to assist them in identifying persons responsible for any criminal offences at the venue, including burglary and theft.
“This is a great initiative and will assist the HRV Integrity Unit in monitoring and providing evidence where required to support prosecutions. On the flip side, it also supports harness racing participants where allegations have been made against them that have no basis whatsoever,” HRV Compliance Manager Brent Fisher said.
The time of the announcement is significant with these works to start shortly with major races in January and February to be held at Tabcorp Park, including the Victoria Cup and the Hunter Cup during the Summer of Glory Carnival.
HRV CEO John Anderson added: “The HRV Board is supporting the HRV Integrity Unit with continued investment in new resources such as these cameras and other detection devices, to ensure participants adhere to the rules.”
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