THE IMPACT OF DIGITAL VIDEO SURVEILLANCE AND ANALYSIS TECHNOLOGIES IN THE INVESTIGATION OF CRIMES AGAINST THE PERSON

The impact of digital video surveillance technologies in the investigation of crimes against the person has become increasingly significant due to the integration of advanced video analysis tools in modern criminal justice. This study evaluates the role of video surveillance, particularly digital video analysis, in enhancing the evidentiary process during investigations of enforced disappearances. The research applies a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods, including legal dogmatics, case law analysis, comparative legal approaches, legal monitoring, and mathematical modelling. Findings reveal that video surveillance technologies contribute crucially to criminal investigations, offering objective visual evidence that complements or challenges testimonial accounts. Notably, statistical analysis demonstrates that video footage supported the resolution of 72% of general crimes against the person, with this figure rising to 86% in enforced disappearance cases. Furthermore, improving video quality by 20% was shown to increase the probability of case resolution by 15%. Despite these benefits, the study highlights ongoing privacy concerns and emphasizes the need for robust legal frameworks to safeguard rights and ensure the admissibility of digital video evidence. Future research should investigate the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into video analytics to further enhance investigative outcomes.