Denver to Discontinue ShotSpotter Gunshot Detection System Next Year
Denver will not be replacing its ShotSpotter gunshot detection technology next year.
Denver, CO, September 2, 2026 —
Denver officials have announced that the city will not be renewing its contract for the ShotSpotter gunshot detection technology, meaning the system will be discontinued next year. The decision marks a shift away from the controversial technology, which has been used by the city to identify and respond to gunshots.
ShotSpotter, a product developed by SoundThinking (formerly ShotSpotter, Inc.), uses acoustic sensors placed strategically in areas to detect, locate, and alert law enforcement to outdoor gunfire incidents. The technology aims to provide real-time alerts and precise location data, enabling a quicker police response.
The specific reasons for Denver’s decision to not replace the technology were not provided in the announcement. Information regarding the cost of the ShotSpotter system, the duration of its previous contract, or the timeline for its full removal from the city was also not immediately available.
The discontinuation of ShotSpotter in Denver follows similar decisions made by other cities across the United States. These decisions have often been influenced by ongoing debates about the technology’s effectiveness, its impact on community relations, and questions surrounding its data collection practices.
The future of gunshot detection technology in Denver beyond the expiration of the current ShotSpotter contract remains unclear. City officials have not indicated whether they are considering alternative technologies or other strategies to address gun violence.
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