DeKalb opens Real Time Crime Center, expands cameras, drones and gunshot detectors

Feb 25, 2026

DeKalb County Police opened a Real Time Crime Center on Dec. 15 and outlined plans for 24/7 civilian analysts, 270 department license-plate readers, PTZ live cameras, drones and sound meters; officials said access is limited to police personnel and video is retained 30 days.

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DeKalb County Police on Dec. 15 opened a Real Time Crime Center intended to speed investigations and improve response times by aggregating license-plate readers, live PTZ cameras, drones and gunshot-detection sensors.

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