A congresswoman from Southern California said the money is needed to be able to purchase modern technology critical to reducing law enforcement agencies Deadly high-speed car chase In the golden state.
Laura Friedman (CA-30) this week announced her Next Gen Road Safety Act, which would unlock federal funding for better technology to reduce car pursuits. batman like gadget It was deployed this week to stop a suspect leading a high-speed car chase in Southern California.
“Every person on our streets deserves a safe home — the officer on patrol, the family driving to dinner, the teenager walking to school,” Friedman said in one. Press release About his security act.
Congresswoman Friedman announces the Next Generation Road Safety Act. Congresswoman Laura Friedman
“Right now, our officers are facing a massive technology shortfall. They don’t have the modern tools to quickly and safely stop dangerous stalkers.”
The congresswoman explained that her measure would unlock “federal investment through the COPS grant program” for drones and other gadgets He said that life will be saved.
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The list of technology that will be available to law enforcement across the state includes:
The high-speed pursuit was stopped with the use of the “Grappler” device.
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Vehicle-disabling systems that can safely stop a runaway car
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Police bumper systems that reduce the risk of dangerous collisions
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Drones that can track a vehicle from the air so officers don’t have to put themselves or the public at risk on the ground
“This bill is simple, it’s bipartisan, and it will save lives. I’m proud that law enforcement leaders and road safety advocates stand together today – because when we invest in smart devices, everyone wins,” Friedman said.
Earlier this week, a similar technique was used by the Riverside County Sheriff’s Department during a high-speed chase in Jurupa Valley on Wednesday — before the man shot himself.
Law enforcement said money is needed to purchase these modern equipment. Congresswoman Laura Friedman
Incredible video shows police deploying a new grappling device that caught the underside of a vehicle and sent it spinning out of control and into a guardrail.
After high speed accidentA three-hour standoff ensued as the suspect refused to exit the crushed vehicle, leading deputies to use drones, armored vehicles and eventually tear gas to force him to surrender.
Once officers broke down the vehicle, the suspect was found motionless inside. According to police, he was declared dead at the scene. self-inflicted gunshot wound Persisted during the standoff.
