Case Study: East Palo Alto Police Department achieves zero homicides in 2025 with SoundThinking’s ShotSpotter

East Palo Alto Police Department reports zero homicides in 2025 with SoundThinking

The East Palo Alto Police Department, a small agency serving a city once known for its high homicide rates, sought to improve public safety with limited resources. They partnered with vendor SoundThinking and implemented its ShotSpotter gunshot detection system to better respond to and investigate incidents of gun violence.

SoundThinking's solution provided precise gunfire location data, enabling faster response times to aid victims and gather evidence. The technology's Detailed Forensic Reports delivered court-admissible audio evidence that proved invaluable for prosecutions. As a result, the department reported zero homicides in 2025, marking the second time in three years it achieved this milestone, showcasing a significant and measurable reduction in violent crime.

East Palo Alto Police Department