TechHalo Summary
Bend Police are now using Live911, software that lets officers hear 911 calls live and view caller locations in real time, before dispatch kicks in. It creates geofenced alerts so nearby officers can act instantly, cutting response times and boosting situational awareness. Officers say it’s helped them emotionally connect with callers and even save lives, including during a suicide attempt. The tool has already prevented a mass shooting in California and is now used by over 200 agencies nationwide. It’s changing how officers engage, respond, and make split-second decisions.
