NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WZTV) — As police departments across the country continue to face recruiting and staffing challenges, some agencies in Middle Tennessee say technology is helping officers work more efficiently and make the most of existing resources.
The trend comes as departments increasingly invest in tools such as drones, license plate readers, public safety cameras and real-time crime centers to assist officers in the field and support investigations.
According to the Police Executive Research Forum, many law enforcement agencies nationwide continue to report staffing and recruitment challenges, prompting departments to look for new ways to improve efficiency without sacrificing public safety…