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idates the technology.”
Lone-wolf terrorists
— domestic or otherwise
— are particularly
difficult to stop
in advance because
of their ability to stay
under the radar.
John Chigos, Founder & CEO of PlateSmart Technologies
However, it is when planning
an attack that they become
vulnerable.
In Cofano’s case, he posted his intentions
to social media.
But, according to Chigos, ALPR
and vehicle recognition in addition
to other intelligence is
another tool in the law enforcement
arsenal that can assist in
the prevention of a terrorist attacks
and criminal activities.
“Any terrorist has to pick a site to
attack,” he said.
“Most don’t come right out and
say, ‘I’m going here,’ like Cofano
did.”
“Instead, they often ‘case’ the potential
target by circling it in a
vehicle or parking nearby for extended
periods of time.”
“These behaviors stick out, and
they’re something our technology
can easily identify and alert law
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