GunShot Analytics Demoed

A manufacturer of gunshot analytics, SpotShotter [link no longer available], has released a 3 minute video demo that overviews and shows their system. The city of Richmond CA used as an example in the demo. Key points mention in the demo include:

• Sensors put on top of building
• Alerts can distinguish between single or multiple gunshots
• The system records the sound for playback by operator
• While Officers can hear shots on the street they claim it can be difficult for them to determine where exactly the shot is from
• SpotShotter claims they can pinpoint the location of the shot (e.g., gunshot on the middle of a roof)
• Can filter out ambient noise (e.g., claims can distinguish between firecracker and gunshot). They do not mention how well it filters out and how frequently false gunshots are detected.
• A benefit cited is to save lives of gunshot victims by sending out responders quicker and more precisely