Eric L. Piza

An essential tool for crime analysts looking to enhance the quality and efficiency of their crime mapping using ArcGIS Pro. Modern Policing Using ArcGIS Pro is an easy-to-use hands-on guide for crime analysts of any skill level. Crime mapping and spatial analysis play a key role in a variety of day-to-day police functions, and with ArcGIS Pro, crime analysts can enhance the efficiency of their workflow and the quality of their crime-mapping products. Designed to be immediately useful and practical for all users, Modern Policing’s scaffolded approach allows users to incrementally develop their skills. Real-world case studies from crime analysts and applied research projects demonstrate the spatial analysis techniques necessary to support evidence-based policing. The findings of these case studies are discussed via research and crime analysis highlights, with self-guided exercises that walk the user through the steps of performing the analysis. Key topics include: Geoprocessing and filtering dataIdentifying hot spotsUsing spatial statistics for predictive analysisAutomating tasks Using ArcGIS Pro for problem analysis, crime analysts can create crime prevention strategies, measure program outputs to gauge program implementation, and conduct evaluations to determine whether crime control strategies are having the desired impact. Covering strategic analysis, predictive analysis, workflow automation and more, Modern Policing Using ArcGIS Pro is essential for crime analysts looking to bring value to their agencies’ operations through crime and data analysis.

This book outlines the many ways that risk terrain modeling (RTM) can improve upon the efficiency and effectiveness of contemporary police technologies including CCTV, body-worn cameras, and gunshot detection systems. Information gathered from these technologies can also improve upon RTM analysis products and risk-based policing efforts.CONTENT: PrefaceCh 1: The Influence of Technology on PolicingCh 2: Maximizing Technology in Policing: How to Move ForwardCh 3: Crime Analysis and Place-Based PolicingCh 4: Risk Terrain Modeling, Risk-Based Policing, and Crime Control TechnologyCh 5: CCTV Video SurveillanceCh 6: Police Body-Worn CamerasCh 7: Gunshot Detection SystemsCh 8: ConclusionReference

Risk-based policing is a research advancement that improves public safety, and its applications prevent crime specifically by managing crime risks. In Risk-Based Policing, the authors analyze case studies from a variety of city agencies including Atlantic City, New Jersey; Colorado Springs, Colorado; Glendale, Arizona; Kansas City, Missouri; Newark, New Jersey; and others. They demonstrate how focusing police resources on risky places and basing police work on smart uses of data can address the worst effects of disorder and crime while improving community relations and public safety. Topics include the role of big data; the evolution of modern policing; dealing with high-risk targets; designing, implementing, and evaluating risk-based policing strategies; and the role of multiple stakeholders in risk-based policing. The book also demonstrates how risk terrain modeling can be extended to provide a comprehensive view of prevention and deterrence.