The technology will be assessed over the next year to determine its effectiveness across key stations.
LA Metro is set to begin screening passengers for concealed weapons at the C-Line's Norwalk station starting Monday, as part of ongoing efforts to enhance safety. In response to increased violence on Metro buses and trains, LA Metro is implementing weapons detection screening at the Norwalk station on the C-Line.
This initiative is part of a broader strategy to protect passengers and employees, which includes environmental improvements, modern fare gates, increased uniformed presence, and care-based strategies.SUGGESTED: Officials break ground on 105 Freeway ExpressLanes projectThe screening process will commence at 10:30 a.m. Monday, with Metro Board Chair Janice Hahn, Metro Board First Vice Chair Fernando Dutra, and Robert Gummer, deputy chief of safety, security, and law enforcement for LA Metro, present to observe the procedure at 12901 Hoxie Ave.The effectiveness of the weapons detection technology will be evaluated over the next year at key stations. SUGGESTED: LAX/Metro Transit Center Station set to open June 6This assessment will help determine if the technology can be a viable tool for enhancing safety across the Metro system.
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