Expanding and investing in evidence-based programs, not surveillance, will make Detroit safer
Numerous studies and reports have found that ShotSpotter technology does not reduce gun violence in cities where it has been used, and the same is true for Detroit. However, we have many programs, with proven track records of success, that can take its place, most of which Detroit is already providing. Some of these programs include: youth summer programs, community violence intervention (CVI), and the mental health co-responder program. Rather than renewing ShotSpotter's $2 million contract, Detroit should double down on these programs and expand their funding.
