JACKSON, Miss. — Electronic eyes are watching over a handful of North Jackson neighborhoods.

State Rep. Justis Gibbs led the charge to put up seven new solar security cameras at the entrance of neighborhoods, including Woodhaven.

“One of the top concerns at each and every meeting is safety. Do people feel safe and secure in their homes? Can you leave a package on your doorstep and feel it’s going to be there when you come back?” Gibbs said.

Gibbs secured $50,000 from the state to push the project through, along with getting some help from the Hinds County Board of Supervisors.

Law enforcement within Hinds County have access to the footage taken on the cameras and so do the residents.

James Warren, who cuts grass in Woodhaven every two weeks, feels the cameras were a smart decision.

“When I come by myself, I don’t feel safe because you never know when you’re on a lawn mower. Somebody could steal your equipment. You never know when a vehicle could come in, grab your stuff and go,” Warren said.

Gibbs said the cameras are a start.

“Our goal does not stop here,” Gibbs said. “We want to see every neighborhood entrance being covered in District 72.”

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