Abstract: A firearm (F) for use by a police officer includes a frame (E). A video camera (CAM) is attached to an underside of the frame at the muzzle end of the weapon. A microphone (MIC) is also mounted to the frame. A transmitter (XMT) and receiver (RCV) are mounted on the frame and transmit video imagery and receive audio communications so the police officer carrying the firearm is in two-way communications with remote locations. These components are activated when the officer draws the firearm and moves a safety switch (S) on it from an “off/safe” to an “on/fire” position. A GPS mounted in the frame provides the location of the firearm. All of these components are supplied power by a battery (B) installed in the frame and charged by a battery charger (BC) when the firearm is holstered in a holster (L).