Video Surveillance Cameras In Police Work: A System-Atic Review In Scopus 2015–2025

Currently, video surveillance constitutes an efficient mechanism for identifying security threats. While originally applied to the private sector, its implementation in the public domain has demonstrated effectiveness in supporting law enforcement agencies. This study aims to identify international trends in video surveillance applications through a systematic review of scientific production indexed in Scopus over a ten year period. Methodologically, a quantitative approach was adopted using bibliometric techniques and the PRISMA protocol, focusing on a final sample of 161 studies. The results reveal two significant bibliometric phases pre and post pandemic, with high research interest concentrated in North America, Asia, and Europe. Three thematic clusters were identified. It is concluded that facial recognition is a pivotal element in the integration of video surveillance systems, necessitating special attention to the legal and social boundaries within the public safety domain.