February 23, 2006

GPS darts track criminals

UPDATE: OK, I've been had. This one is a hoax, just like the GPS panties.

Earlier this month, I reported on GPS darts being used by LA police in an effort to reduce the number of dangerous car chases. Now comes news that a similar technology will allow a criminal suspect to be shot with a weapon that implants a GPS tracking device under the skin. The device is being produced by Empire North, a Danish company. Via All Points Blog.

Feb 23, 2006 10:29:57 AM | GPS Tracking, Hardware

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Adena Schutzberg

Sorry I got had; it's a hoax of sorts.

Posted by: Adena Schutzberg | February 23, 2006 at 10:58 AM

Rich OwingsRich Owings

Thanks Adena. I bet somewhere, somebody is working on it though!

Posted by: Rich OwingsRich Owings | February 23, 2006 at 03:34 PM

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