Halo Summary:
State officials and law enforcement leaders met in Elmira, NY, to talk about how state funding is helping communities adopt advanced technology to combat crime and support victims. With recent grants, Elmira Police deployed the Flock Raven gunshot detection system—already credited with leading to arrests—and acquired new SWAT robots, a pole camera, crisis negotiation phone, and updated software to replace aging tools. The Chemung County DA emphasized how this tech is transforming prosecutions by providing clear digital evidence, while also expanding resources for victims through services like counseling and temporary housing. The message behind the discussion is clear: strategic state investment in modern tools can help agencies respond faster, solve cases more effectively, and deliver justice that includes support for victims—not just convictions.

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