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Chattanooga PD Eyes ShotSpotter System to Fight Crime

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There's a new tool that could change the way police fight crime in violent cities like Chattanooga. It's called ShotSpotter. It's a system of microphones hidden in buildings that pick up the sound of gunfire and pinpoint the location. So, rather than waiting for a 911 call, police can now respond to a crime within seconds. WDEF News 12's Alisha Searl tells us if Chattanooga Police Chief Fred Fletcher thinks it's a good idea for the community.

Early Morning Crash On I-75

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Bradley County EMS responded to an early morning crash on I-75 that temporarily shut down the interstate.

Bradley County Sheriff's Office Tracks Pseudoephedrine With New Tool

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The Bradley County Sheriff's Office uses a new tool in their fight against methamphetamine. It's called NPLEx. It's a national, electronic database that lets officers track who's buying pseudoephedrine from pharmacies. WDEF News 12's Alisha Searl takes a look why officers are ditching old paper records, and using this new system.

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