Dallas Police Expand Fusus Camera Network to American Airlines Center

The partnership aims to boost public safety and real-time crime response in one of the city's busiest entertainment hubs.

Apr. 14, 2026 at 7:37pm

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An extreme close-up photograph of a security camera lens against a pitch-black background, capturing the intricate details and textures of the device in a stark, gritty, investigative aesthetic.The integration of security cameras across Dallas aims to provide police with real-time visual information to enhance public safety and emergency response.Dallas Today

The American Airlines Center in Dallas has joined the growing Fusus camera network, which connects private security cameras to the Dallas Police Department. This integration will give officers real-time updates and information about emergencies as they happen, helping to improve response times and situational awareness. The program has already connected around 40 businesses and 1,000-1,500 cameras across the city, and the goal is to significantly expand the network further.

Why it matters

The Fusus camera network is a key part of Dallas' efforts to enhance public safety and community-police collaboration. By integrating the American Airlines Center, one of the city's busiest entertainment venues, the program can provide critical visual information to officers responding to incidents, potentially leading to faster response times and better outcomes.

The details

Through the Fusus network, if an emergency occurs at a business, the 911 operator can view the scene through the connected cameras and relay that information to the Real-Time Crime Center before officers arrive. Dallas Police Chief Daniel Comeaux said this 'gives our officers a clear picture of what's happening before they even arrive.' The program is voluntary for businesses, who can choose how much access to provide, either allowing live viewing or limiting it to emergencies and specific incidents.

  • The Fusus camera network has been in use by the Dallas Police Department for about two years.
  • The American Airlines Center has now joined the growing network of connected cameras.

The players

Daniel Comeaux

Dallas Police Chief, who said the Fusus network is a 'game changer' that gives officers a clear picture of emergencies before they arrive.

Bill Keffler

Chief Operating Officer with the Catholic Diocese of Dallas, which is a partner in the Fusus program, stating that it has 'enhanced our security many times over.'

Marco Villareal

Vice President of Security Operations for the American Airlines Center, which has now integrated with the Connect Dallas Fusus program to enhance security and emergency response capabilities.

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What they’re saying

“This is a game changer for us. It gives our officers a clear picture of what's happening before they even arrive.”

— Daniel Comeaux, Dallas Police Chief

“Our security has been enhanced many times over with the relationship that we have with Dallas Police. We consider ourselves as a participant in the program, as taking the measures to protect our schools, parishes, and all of our parishioners that we have at the Dallas Diocese.”

— Bill Keffler, Chief Operating Officer, Catholic Diocese of Dallas

“Our partnership with Dallas Police is critical to maintaining a secure environment for our guests, employees, performers, and partners. By working toward integration with the Connect Dallas program , we are enhancing our security infrastructure, improving situation awareness, and strengthening emergency response capabilities throughout AAC in the Victory Park community.”

— Marco Villareal, Vice President of Security Operations, American Airlines Center

What’s next

Dallas Police are urging more businesses and residents to participate in the Fusus camera network program, either by integrating their cameras directly or registering them with the department. As the network continues to grow, the focus will remain on faster response times, better information for officers, and stronger collaboration between law enforcement and the community.

The takeaway

The integration of the American Airlines Center into the Fusus camera network demonstrates Dallas' commitment to leveraging technology and public-private partnerships to enhance public safety. By providing officers with real-time visual information, the program aims to improve emergency response and foster stronger ties between the police and the community.