Baton Rouge SPI

Testing innovative law enforcement technology

Project Overview

  • To test the utilization of risk terrain modeling as a mechanism for reducing violent crime in Baton Rouge,
  • To test the utilization of risk terrain modeling as a mechanism for reducing violent crime risks in Baton Rouge,
  • To utilize emerging social media technology to engage the community, enhance community/police relations, and elicit investigative support by residents.

Award Amount

$699,831

Grant Term

36 Months

Start Date

October 1, 2019

Funding Source

Bureau of Justice Assistance

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Final Report

We are finalizing the report and expect to make it public by mid-April 2025