City of Compton Police Department Street Takeover Prevention & Illegal Dumping Surveillance System
End-Point Wireless deployed street intersection cameras at 4 high-risk intersections and off-grid surveillance with 24/7 talk-down agents at 5 illegal dump sites to help Compton PD combat crime.
Key Results
- Street takeover deterrence at 4 high-traffic intersections with 24/7 surveillance and real-time police monitoring
- Off-grid illegal dumping surveillance at 5 sites with gridless power solutions requiring zero infrastructure
- Live talk-down intervention with 24/7 monitoring agents proactively deterring illegal activity before police arrival
- Enhanced evidence collection for prosecutions with high-resolution footage and centralized cloud management
Background
The City of Compton Police Department faced escalating public safety concerns with illegal street takeovers at major intersections and chronic illegal dumping at multiple sites throughout the city. These incidents posed significant safety hazards to residents and drained municipal resources with repeated cleanups and emergency responses.
End-Point Wireless partnered with Compton PD to deploy a comprehensive surveillance solution targeting both challenges. For street intersections, we installed high-resolution dome cameras at four critical locations where takeovers frequently occurred. For illegal dump sites, we deployed off-grid Verkada multi-sensor cameras powered by gridless sentry units—eliminating the need for electrical infrastructure. Each dump site system includes 24/7 monitoring with live talk-down agents who can proactively warn violators and alert police in real-time, transforming passive surveillance into active deterrence.
The Challenge
- Street takeovers at major intersections created dangerous conditions and overwhelmed police response resources
- Illegal dumping sites had no power or network infrastructure, making traditional surveillance impossible
- Limited police staffing required solutions that could deter crime proactively, not just record incidents
- Need for real-time evidence collection and footage sharing to support prosecutions and enforcement actions
Why Cloud-Managed Surveillance
End-Point Wireless recommended cloud-managed surveillance for its ease of deployment, remote accessibility, and ability to integrate with 24/7 monitoring services. For street intersections, we deployed weather-resistant dome cameras with OSP CAT6 cabling, leveraging existing network infrastructure in street cabinets. For illegal dump sites with zero power infrastructure, Verkada's gridless sentry units provided completely off-grid surveillance with solar power and cellular connectivity—eliminating costly trenching and infrastructure buildout. The cloud platform enables Compton PD to instantly share footage with prosecutors, manage all camera locations from a single dashboard, and receive real-time alerts when motion is detected at monitored sites.
The Solution
Street Intersection Surveillance
End-Point Wireless deployed 16 high-resolution dome cameras across four critical intersections where street takeovers frequently occurred: Alondra Bl/Atlantic Bl, Alondra Bl/Central Bl, Rosecrans Ave/Central Ave, and Wilmington Ave/Stockwell St. Each intersection received four strategically positioned cameras for complete coverage.
- OSP CAT6 cabling installed for weather resistance and long-distance runs
- Leveraged existing street cabinet network to minimize infrastructure costs
- 360° intersection coverage captures license plates and vehicle details from all angles
- Night vision capabilities for 24/7 monitoring regardless of lighting conditions
Off-Grid Illegal Dump Site Surveillance
At five illegal dumping hotspots with zero power or network infrastructure, we deployed Verkada gridless sentry units with off-grid multi-sensor cameras. Each site includes two bullet cameras and one gridless sentry unit powered by solar with cellular connectivity—completely eliminating the need for trenching or electrical work.
- Solar-powered operation eliminates ongoing energy costs
- Cellular connectivity provides real-time streaming without network cables
- Multi-sensor cameras cover wide areas with fewer devices
- Weather-resistant enclosures designed for California outdoor conditions
24/7 Monitoring with Talk-Down Agents
The illegal dump site cameras are paired with 24/7 live monitoring and talk-down agents who watch feeds in real-time. When suspicious activity is detected, agents can verbally warn violators through camera-mounted speakers and immediately alert Compton PD—transforming surveillance from reactive recording to proactive deterrence.
- Live talk-down intervention deters illegal dumping before it occurs
- Instant police alerts enable rapid response to active violations
- Evidence collection for prosecutions and repeat offender tracking
Centralized Cloud Platform
Compton PD manages all street intersection and dump site cameras through a centralized cloud platform—enabling instant footage retrieval, real-time monitoring, and seamless evidence sharing with prosecutors.
- Multi-site dashboard monitors all 9 camera locations simultaneously
- Instant footage sharing via secure links for investigations and prosecutions
- Remote access from any device for command staff and detectives
Installation
End-Point Wireless coordinated with Compton PD to conduct site surveys at each location, verify network connectivity in street cabinets, and complete installations with minimal traffic disruption. The off-grid dump site deployments were completed in a single day per location with zero trenching or permitting delays.
- Pre-installation site surveys verified network access and optimal camera positioning
- Minimal traffic disruption during street intersection installations
- Rapid deployment of off-grid systems without infrastructure work
Public Safety Outcomes
- Proactive crime deterrence through visible cameras and live talk-down agents preventing illegal activity before police arrival
- Enhanced evidence collection for prosecutions with high-resolution footage and license plate capture
- Cost savings from reduced cleanup expenses and police overtime for illegal dumping responses
- Improved community safety with 24/7 monitoring at high-risk locations previously lacking surveillance coverage
Looking Ahead
Following measurable reductions in illegal dumping and street takeover incidents, the City of Compton is evaluating expansion to additional high-risk intersections and parks throughout the city. End-Point Wireless continues supporting Compton PD with system monitoring, maintenance, and strategic guidance on deploying surveillance technology to address evolving public safety challenges—demonstrating how cloud-managed security solutions can deliver immediate crime deterrence results for municipal law enforcement agencies.
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