They announced the launch of a new program aimed at combating car thefts in Washington, the capital of the United States, the publication reported. DCist. Those living in areas with high crime rates will be given free Apple AirTag geotags so they can track their cars.
Washington residents will be able to get Apple geotags as part of special events hosted by local law enforcement. To get free AirTags, you’ll need to prove you reside in a specific area of Washington that’s included in the new program to combat auto thefts. It is also stated that it will help police place geotags on Americans’ vehicles.
“We know that individuals involved in this type of criminal activity often commit other crimes, and one arrest can help close multiple cases,” said Acting Police Chief Pamela Smith.
The number of geotags to be given to residents was not specified.
New York officials were the first to announce such an initiative in April 2023. It has not been reported how effective the program to combat car thieves using AirTag has been in this city.
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