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Board approves Flock license agreement to install Raven gunshot-detection devices, cameras and license-plate readers on district property
Summary
Trustees approved a property license agreement with Flock Group Inc. to install Raven (ShotSpotter) gunshot-detection sensors, cameras and license-plate readers near LISD campuses; police said the initial installations cost the district nothing and that the system triangulates gunfire to within roughly 90 feet.
Laredo ISD trustees voted Dec. 12 to approve a property license agreement with Flock Group Incorporated that will allow installation and maintenance of live gunshot-detection "Raven" sensors, video cameras and license-plate readers on district property.
Chief representatives from the Laredo Police Department described the project as part of a citywide technology effort to reduce violent crime and increase situational awareness near schools. "We were able to purchase a total of 89 Raven devices," Lieutenant Tobar told trustees, and staff showed maps and photos of devices placed on or near campuses.
Police presenters said 12 Raven devices are already…
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