AI-assisted face-scanning tech nabbing wanted people
Western Australian police initiated an AI-assisted facial recognition trial, resulting in 18 arrests within its first week. Three suspects were apprehended during a press conference in Perth, including a mother wanted for serious assault. The technology aims to enhance public safety while maintaining privacy, as it generated two false alerts and helped locate two missing persons.
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Published 02 Jul 2026, 07:53 UTC · Updated 02 Jul 2026, 08:00 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: The West Australian. Editorial policy · Corrections
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