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Hey everyone, I've been following the tragic case of Jacquic Little and Damon Thomas, who were both fatally shot recently in Birmingham. My thoughts go out to their families and friends during this terrible time. This incident, especially occurring in the early morning hours, makes me wonder about the role of the city's gunfire detection system, ShotSpotter, in these investigations. While it alerted the police to the gunshots, I'm curious about how effective it is in preventing such tragedies in the first place. I know it's meant to be a helpful tool for law enforcement, but it just seems like there's so much more that needs to be done to stop these senseless acts of violence. Does anyone here know how often ShotSpotter actually helps prevent crimes, or is it more about gathering data after the fact? It's concerning to see this happen in a community that's already facing so many challenges. I'd love to hear any thoughts or insights from those who know more about the technology and its effectiveness. Stay safe, everyone.
