May 28, 2004
Camera phones as a new crime-solving tool
Cellphones that take pictures are one of the newest ways to fight crime as snapshots can help police nab criminals, build leads and gather evidence, according to an article in The Sun Herald via Cameraphone Report
"A camera phones become more widespread, police and wireless representatives say they expect more citizens to reach for their phones when witnessing crimes.
A victim whose life is in danger will probably not have the wits to snap a picture, he said. But when they are used during less serious crimes, camera phones could benefit police investigations".
Related articles where camera phone snapshots have helped to nab a criminal:
-- Cellphone snapshot exposes flasher
-- Camphone snap as evidence in police investigation
-- Teen abduction foiled thanks to camera phone
-- Pictures from camera phones used as evidence to catch criminals
-- Young robber caught on cell phone camera
-- Robbers caught on cell phone camera
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