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How many lives saved is considered a good return on investment? The answer is 1. We are committed to helping that one and so many more. #SoundThinking #ShotSpotter

In a new op-ed, Ralph Clark highlights that while crime trends may be improving, gun violence continues to impact communities. Sustaining this progress requires a complex ecosystem of interdependent strategies—including precision technology and real-time intelligence—to ensure safer communities long-term. 🔗bostonherald.com/2026/03/18/opi…

Gunshots Ring Out Even As Crime Stats Drop by @ralphaclark 📉 Crime statistics tell one side of the story 📞 Majority of gunfire incidents are not called into 911 ✅ Progress should not lead to complacency. @soundthinking_ #publicsafety bostonherald.com/2026/03/18/opi…

“CrimeTracer Gen3 has become essential to how we build workups. It pulls together the information officers and detectives need in one place.” — Tempe Police Department Tactical Analyst Brittany Dyer officer.com/command-hq/tec…

Public safety debates should start with facts. Unfortunately, recent commentary about Detroit’s gunshot detection system in the Michigan Advance relies on several statistics that obscure rather than illuminate the technology’s real impact. The latest from SoundThinking's Gregg Makuch: soundthinking.com/blog/the-real-…

🔎“Tested – Field Rated.” After a detailed review, the OFFICER Media Group awarded CrimeTracer™ Gen3 from SoundThinking its “Tested – Field Rated” seal of approval. CrimeTracer™ Gen3 helps investigators and analysts quickly search and connect billions of records across thousands of law enforcement agencies — transforming fragmented information into actionable intelligence. 📖Read the review on @OfficerCom: officer.com/command-hq/tec…

📍Goldsboro, NC Real-time alerts. Precise location. Actionable intelligence. ShotSpotter helps officers respond faster, investigate smarter, and make communities safer. 🔗wcti12.com/news/local/cal…

In our latest blog, we revisit the Koper Curve, an evidence-based policing principle showing that short, purposeful patrols in crime hot spots can maximize deterrence while preserving limited resources. Research suggests visits of roughly 10–15 minutes deliver the greatest impact before benefits begin to diminish. Solutions like ResourceRouter help agencies operationalize this strategy — using data-driven insights to guide patrol deployment, optimize officer time, and ensure proactive presence where it matters most. Read more: soundthinking.com/blog/optimizin…

The inconvenient truth: Most gunfire is never reported to 911. Now what? Tech that improves first responder awareness, time and precision in order to save lives and gather evidence should not be controversial.

I'm proud of our team's commitment to truth and justice. Our ShotSpotter tech alerted to gunfire on May 31, 2020, but we weren't involved in Michael Williams' arrest or prosecution. We stepped in to point to the fact that ShotSpotter doesn’t detect close contact gunfire muted inside of a car. Full statement: soundthinking.com/press-releases…"

Amid the news of the settlement between the City of Chicago and Mr. Williams, it’s important to keep in mind undisputed facts about ShotSpotter’s involvement with the matter – which didn’t include being a party to Mr. Williams’s lawsuit – in order to avoid the regurgitation of false and misleading statements that have long been corrected: soundthinking.com/press-releases…

📍Sparks, Nevada Since ShotSpotter launched in 2023, there have been 577 gunfire alerts, resulting in 542 recovered shell casings, 17 seized guns and 23 arrests, according to the Sparks Police Department. "(ShotSpotter) allows us to arrive on scene sooner, help victims sooner, obtain evidence that may have gone missing, locate witnesses and just make our investigations actually occur generally shorter so that we can bring those to justice that are causing crime and hurt to our citizens," Chief Crawforth said. 🔗mynews4.com/news/local/spa…

⚡️Introducing ShotSpotter® | Perimeter Physical attacks on electrical substations and power grid assets can cause massive outages and costly damage. That’s why we’re excited to introduce ShotSpotter® | Perimeter: a next-generation gunshot detection solution engineered to safeguard critical infrastructure with the same trusted acoustic technology used by 180+ agencies nationwide. 🔍 What it does: 👉 Detects inbound gunfire at substations and other grid sites using advanced acoustic sensors 👉 Pinpoints shooter location and bullet paths in seconds 👉 Delivers human-verified alerts directly to security teams and connected tools 👉 Helps operators assess and respond before damage worsens or outages occur — all in under 60 seconds. Whether you’re securing power assets or planning your security strategy for critical infrastructure, perimeter-based gunshot detection closes a major awareness gap and gives your team a head start when seconds matter. ➡️Read the full blog post: soundthinking.com/blog/introduci…

Santa Fe City Council approves ShotSpotter installation in two neighborhoods krqe.com/news/new-mexic…

Celebrating Black History Month | Past to Present From serving his hometown to leading it forward, Chief Michael Pickett represents principled leadership shaped by commitment and community. Rising through the ranks of the Birmingham Police Department, Chief Pickett has built a career grounded in accountability, mentorship, and public trust. Today, as Chief of Police, he is advancing strategic crime reduction efforts while strengthening partnerships between officers and the communities they serve. His journey reflects a powerful truth: progress in public safety is built over time — by leaders who evolve, innovate, and inspire the next generation.

📍Louisiana Law enforcement agencies across the state are leveraging SoundThinking technology to strengthen response, improve investigations, and enhance public safety. From real-time gunshot detection to advanced case management tools, modern solutions are helping officers act faster, collect stronger evidence, and deliver measurable results. Read the latest from Gregg Makuch (“May-kish”) on how Louisiana agencies are putting this technology to work: soundthinking.com/blog/louisiana…

Grant funding is accelerating smarter public safety. Across the country, agencies are leveraging proven grant pathways — including ARPA, DOJ Byrne JAG, Project Safe Neighborhoods, and State Grant Programs — to deploy SoundThinking technology and deliver measurable community impact. Ready to explore your funding options? Join our upcoming webinar to learn how to identify, pursue, and secure grant funding for public safety technology: go.soundthinking.com/webinar-public… When strategy, funding, and innovation align — communities benefit.

📍Little Rock, AK Board of Directors voted to renew ShotSpotter — reinforcing its commitment to data-driven public safety. In 2025, the Little Rock Police Department reported: • 793 gunfire incidents detected • 3,284 gunshot rounds identified • 174 shell casings recovered • 21 victims located • 13 arrests resulting from ShotSpotter activations Every second matters when gunfire occurs. By providing precise, real-time alerts, ShotSpotter helps officers respond faster, recover evidence, render aid, and support accountability. Technology, partnership, and measurable impact — working to help build safer communities. arktimes.com/arkansas-blog/… arktimes.com/arkansas-blog/…

Celebrating Black History Month | Past to Present From breaking barriers to transforming modern policing, Dr. Lee P. Brown represents leadership that shaped generations. As the first Black Mayor of Houston and its former Police Chief, and later as NYPD Commissioner, Dr. Brown redefined what forward-thinking public safety leadership looks like. He championed community policing long before it became a national model, emphasizing trust, accountability, and meaningful partnership between law enforcement and the communities they serve. His legacy reminds us that progress in public safety is built over time — by leaders willing to innovate, listen, and lead with purpose.

Celebrating Black History Month | Past to Present In 1989, Michael A. Cox began his career serving the Mattapan and Dorchester communities as a Boston Police officer. Over more than three decades, he rose through the ranks — from Sergeant Detective in intelligence and investigations to executive leadership roles overseeing training, emergency response, and citywide operations. Appointed the 44th Commissioner of the Boston Police Department in 2022 by Mayor Michelle Wu, Commissioner Cox leads with a focus on transparency, accountability, equity, officer wellness, and stronger community partnerships. Leadership in public safety is built over time — grounded in service, strengthened by experience, and guided by trust.