Bengaluru Police are harnessing artificial intelligence and mapping software to pinpoint crime-prone zones and enhance security measures. By analyzing data from FIRs and the 112 emergency helpline, crime mapping and hotspot analysis help law enforcement determine high-risk areas and deploy patrol teams strategically to deter offenses.
As part of a pilot initiative, the West Division police examined the relationship between crime patterns and CCTV surveillance. The findings revealed “surveillance blind spots”—areas with high crime rates but inadequate camera coverage.
Each police station oversees multiple patrol routes, known as beats. To enhance monitoring, officers integrated camera location maps and crime density maps into a single software-generated visual, identifying crime hotspots and their surveillance status. Deputy Commissioner of Police (West) S Girish highlighted that most offenses occurred in areas lacking CCTV coverage, indicating that criminals prefer locations with minimal surveillance. He noted that detected crimes were significantly higher in well-monitored zones.
To address these gaps, authorities encouraged businesses and residents in high-crime areas to install CCTV cameras. In places where residents were unwilling, awareness campaigns were conducted, and additional Hoysala patrol units were deployed.
Police Commissioner B Dayananda confirmed plans to extend the project citywide and collaborate with civic agencies to improve street lighting for better safety. The AI system will analyze emergency calls to predict crime-prone locations, detailing potential threats and peak crime hours, allowing Hoysala teams to focus on vulnerable areas more efficiently.
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