The Tacoma Police Department (TPD) will soon implement a controversial gunshot detection technology using grant money in an effort to combat gun violence. ShotSpotter is a technology that uses artificial intelligence to detect gunshots and alert police to potential gun-related incidents. TPD is able to pay for the technology with grant money from the Bureau of Justice Administration. The department will test the technology as part of a pilot program. READ MORE: https://www.king5.com/article/news/local/public-safety/tacoma-police-to-implement-gunshot-detection-technology-trial-basis/281-9ba7a80b-0de1-46b1-97a5-070610c773cd