Police could use text messages to switch off the engines of getaway cars.
They could be given the power to stop cars remotely as a result of trials being carried out by the Home Office.
It has asked for companies to come up with schemes for “vehicle stopping technology” which would enable officers to stop stolen and getaway cars.
The aim is to cut the number of high speed car chases, which have led to the deaths of officers and civilians.
“If new technology can help police stop vehicles more safely and more effectively then it is right that we look at all the options carefully,” the Home Office said.
“We have asked companies to propose possible electronic solutions and we will be in a position to say more once all the options have been properly tested and fully evaluated.”
According to Police Review, they could include “intelligent transport systems”, commercially available technology which enables owners to use a mobile phone to regain control of their cars when they are stolen.
This tracking system uses satellite navigation to locate a car, whose position is shown on a website. The car is also fitted with a receiver which can receive text messages.
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This post was written by admin on January 24, 2009
