Citizens Use Bluetooth to Monitor Police Tech and Activity

The use of Bluetooth technology to track police activity and devices.

Key points:

Bluetooth signals emitted by police devices such as body cams, Tasers, and in-vehicle laptops can be detected and tracked using Bluetooth tracking platforms.
Bluetooth identifiers, known as MAC addresses, can provide information about the location and activities of police officers, such as when their body cams are recording or when they respond to a call.
The RFParty app collects historical data on Bluetooth signals, potentially providing evidence of police actions and aiding in records requests, but widespread use and availability of this data is limited.

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9/24/2023

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