New License Plate Readers Helping to Fight Crime in San Francisco, Mayor Says

Published on June 14, 2024

The first 100 license plate readers installed at dozens of intersections in San Francisco have led to arrests, contributing to a drop in crime, authorities said June 12. Mayor London Breed said in a Wednesday press release that the cameras, installed on utility poles along Ninth Avenue and Irving Street, led to arrests for organized retail theft, carjacking, robbery, sexual assault, and more. “This new technology is just one new tool we are using that is helping us make San Francisco safer for all and it is delivering results,” Ms. Breed said. “This shows the impact that technology can have in assisting our officers in doing their work and is sending an important message to those who think they can come to our city and commit crimes.”...

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