Fort Worth discusses adding new smart streetlights paired with gunfire detecting technology

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Similar detection technology is already used in some large metropolitan areas and has faced scrutiny.

One concern is how to balance its use and avoid any increased tension between police and citizens in high-crime neighborhoods.Initial areas slated for its use in Fort Worth include the Historic Northside, west of the Stockyards, the Las Vegas Trail area and the Stop Six community.

"This is our preliminary study and we’re always open to more suggestions as well. But preliminarily they looked at where is the most gun violence and in combination where is the most population density, also where is the most technology existing to get the most bang for our buck," responded Deputy Chief David Carbajal.Fort Worth police are investigating a road rage shooting following an argument at a popular restaurant.

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