Use of Crime Mapping Tool to Prevent and Reduce Crime

Crime Mapping and Research
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Crime Mapping and Research
A criminologist working with the Atlanta Police Department would use the crime mapping tool to prevent and reduce crime by identifying and highlighting suspicious events and incidents requiring further investigation. It would be useful for the police to identify areas with high crime incidents and their distribution within a specified period. The maps are also likely to increase the agency’s knowledge of current security threats and vulnerabilities present within Georgia and thus devise the necessary preventive and mitigation measures. In addition, the police department can identify hot spots and allocate resources in high-priority areas instead of basing such decisions on residents’ pressure. The crime mapping tool also facilitates criminologists in locating crime suspects, which is central to reducing and preven...