On July 17, 2016 a gunman targeted and ambushed law enforcement officers in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. Three officers were kill and another three injured. A fourth officer died in 2022 from injuries sustained that day.

The incident lasted 13 minutes and 55 seconds, but it took law enforcement more than eight hours to locate footage from cameras in the area to confirm the incident was perpetrated by one individual.

The ensuing investigation revealed that more than 80% of the gunman’s path was captured on 18 cameras owned by three local businesses. Click Here for more information.

We will never know if real time camera feeds would have changed the outcome of this incident. However, the footage clearly shows the gunman’s movements. Had Baton Rouge law enforcement been equipped with the ability to monitor the cameras, officers would have had a greater awareness of the situation and could have been better prepared tactically.

This tragic incident underscores the urgent need for enhanced situational awareness for law enforcement officers. Extensive research was conducted to identify gaps in current systems, leading to the exploration of innovative technologies and community engagement strategies. Various pilot programs and initiatives were launched to test these concepts, gathering valuable data and feedback from multiple stakeholders. These collaborative endeavor provided the foundation for creating a comprehensive and effective solution. These efforts culminated in the development of the Griffin Framework, which has since become a vital tool for local governments, law enforcement agencies, and community stakeholders. By streamlining workflows and making it easier for community members to participate, the Griffin Platform ensures that communities are better equipped to prevent, respond to, and resolve such critical incidents.