Lam Thuy Vo's investigation reveals how the Ring doorbell camera's partnership with police departments in the U.S. leads to systemic inequalities in policing. Through the story of 105-year-old Ramon Hernandez, Vo highlights how affluent newcomers in his Harlem neighborhood leveraged noise complaints to disrupt community activities, resulting in police intervention that disproportionately affected long-time residents. The article further explores ethical considerations surrounding home security systems and their implications for policing and community relations, emphasizing the need for a more inclusive approach to neighborhood safety.
Ramon Hernandez, a 105-year-old man from Harlem, faces police intervention over noise complaints predominantly filed by affluent White newcomers, demonstrating systemic disadvantages in policing.
The investigation details how more than 2,600 police departments utilize Ring's Neighbors platform, impacting community dynamics by prioritizing the concerns of a few over the many.
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