ZeroEyes has introduced its AI-powered gun detection and situational awareness software to Lincoln Unified School District 298 in Kansas, aimed at safeguarding students, faculty, and visitors from weapon threats.
Located in Lincoln, a rural community, the district employs 85 staff and serves about 330 students across various regions, including Lincoln, Barnard, Beverly, Shady Bend, and Westfall. The district’s facilities include a pre-school, daycare, elementary and high schools, and a technology centre. By implementing ZeroEyes, the district enhances its security measures, which already include secured entrances, door locks, 24-hour lighting, and collaboration with the sheriff’s department.
The adoption of ZeroEyes’ technology was made possible through funding acquired from the Kansas Safe and Secure Firearm Detection Grant Program, managed by the Office of the Kansas Attorney General. This initiative was part of a coordinated effort with local law enforcement and community leaders, identifying AI gun detection as a priority in their safety strategies.
“The safety and well-being of our students is always our absolute top priority,” stated Nikki Flinn, Superintendent of Lincoln Unified School District 298. Flinn expressed enthusiasm for the additional layer of protection the technology provides, enabled by the grant funding.
ZeroEyes’ software integrates with existing digital security cameras to detect firearms. Upon identifying a threat, images are immediately relayed to the ZeroEyes Operations Center (ZOC), the only U.S.-based operations centre of its kind, staffed round-the-clock by U.S. military and law enforcement veterans. Should a threat be confirmed, detailed alerts, including descriptions and last known location, are quickly sent to law enforcement and school officials, often within seconds of detection.
“We are honoured to support a district that is deeply committed to the safety and well-being of their students and staff,” commented Mike Lahiff, CEO and cofounder of ZeroEyes, acknowledging the proactive use of grant funding to bolster the district’s security and community peace of mind.
