Denver Ends ShotSpotter Contract | Denver News

Denver’s police are letting their ShotSpotter contract expire in 2026, sparking debate over public safety tech, racial equity, and community trust. With over 25,000 alerts since 2020 leading to hundreds of arrests and gun recoveries, the department is evaluating alternatives — but critics question sensor placement in low-income and minority neighborhoods and demand transparency. As coverage shrinks in Sun Valley and Park Hill, officials vow to prioritize community input in choosing the next tool for policing. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7530e75b37c15d4c