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Savannah leaders preview NOBLE-backed child ID kits and regional rollout
Summary
Major Ben Herron and Savannah police leaders described a NOBLE partnership with NFL alumni and Southern Company to distribute child ID kits (photos, fingerprints, optional DNA fields) free to families across precincts and neighboring counties.
Major Ben Herron addressed the council on behalf of NOBLE (National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives) to describe a child-identification kit program the organization is piloting in partnership with NFL alumni and a corporate sponsor (Southern Company). Herron said the kit includes a cordless fingerprint pad, space for a current photo and DNA notes, and is designed for parents to keep in a secure place so law enforcement has immediate identifying information if a child goes missing.
Chief Gunther and Mayor Van Johnson praised the program and confirmed precincts have been supplied for distribution; staff also discussed plans to provide kits in Spanish and to expand the initiative to include vulnerable older adults who may have dementia. Mayor and council described distribution at precinct events and neighborhood meetings and encouraged broad community access.
Action: Presentation only; council expressed support and asked staff to ensure broad distribution via precincts and neighborhood liaisons.
