Wichita police officers now have access to the gunshot detection technology the department has been testing since February 2022.
Police said that they found that 83% of gunshots in testing areas were never reported. The hope is that Flock Safety’s Raven gunshot sensors will catch those gunshots, ensuring police respond to any shots that are fired in the areas where the sensors are up.
“The Raven system is a key part of our broader effort to improve community safety. The system helps us respond faster and efficiently,” Chief Joe Sullivan said in a news release Friday, when officers started getting alerts for the gunshot sensors. “Real-time alerts improve officer awareness, especially in neighborhoods most affected by gun violence.”…