Shooter Detection Systems Gunshot Detection System Leads to Arrest in Drive-By Shooting Case

SDS Perimeter Outdoor Gunshot sensors detect gunfire in a drive-by shooting, providing critical intelligence that helped police apprehend shooter

ROWLEY, Mass.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Shooter Detection Systems (SDS), an Alarm.com (NASDAQ: ALRM) company, today released a case study demonstrating how its outdoor gunshot detection technology enabled law enforcement to apprehend a drive-by shooter in a high-crime downtown area. The incident showcases the critical role of automated detection systems in modern policing and public safety.

When shots were fired at a retail storefront, SDS Perimeter Outdoor Gunshot Detection sensors instantly detected the gunfire and alerted police in real-time, despite having no witnesses, victims, or visible damage. The sensors' dual-verification system captured both acoustic and infrared signals, providing officers with location data and actionable intelligence.

Key technological capabilities demonstrated in the incident include:

• Detection and alert in under 3 seconds
• Location mapping of gunfire
• Vehicle speed calculation (37 mph) indicating mobile shooter
• Weapon type identification (handgun)
• Shot pattern analysis (4 rapid-fire rounds)
• Seamless integration with video management systems

The sensor data enabled police to access video surveillance footage showing the suspect’s vehicle and license plate, leading to a swift arrest. A vehicle search uncovered shell casings matching the detected gunfire.

"This case demonstrates how automated gunshot detection eliminates reliance on witness reports and accelerates police response when every second counts," said James Reno, Vice President of Sales for Shooter Detection Systems. "Our sensors provide law enforcement with the real-time intelligence needed to act decisively and remove dangerous criminals from the streets."

Following the successful deployment, the police department expanded its SDS system from 3 to 15 sensors across high-risk areas. The technology will also provide long-term crime trend data to improve resource allocation.

SDS is the recognized leader in gunshot detection technology, trusted by law enforcement nationwide and SAFETY Act Certified by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. For more information visit ShooterDetectionSystems.com or download the case study.

About Shooter Detection Systems

Shooter Detection Systems is the proven leader in gunshot detection. Only SDS delivers Active Shooter Intelligence, our proprietary technology engineered for precision, performance, and saving lives. Our industry-leading product, SDS Indoor Gunshot Detection (formerly Guardian), is SAFETY Act Certified by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, NPSA rated and “Approved for UK Government Use” in the Catalogue of Security Equipment of the National Protective Security Authority (NPSA), and SL4 Certified by the Australian Government’s Security Construction & Equipment Committee (SCEC). For more information, visit ShooterDetectionSystems.com or call 1-844-SHOT911. Follow SDS’s social channels on Twitter/X @ShooterDetect and on LinkedIn.