Georgia Bureau of Investigation Purchases Surveillance Vehicle from DHS
What happened
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation is purchasing a Chevrolet Traverse vehicle and its associated cellular signal interception equipment from the Georgia Department of Human Services. The vehicle, which was originally used by the Georgia Division of Family and Children Services, cost nearly $1 million in total. The signal interception device alone cost over $890,000, while the SUV itself cost $40,800, according to reports.
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Why it matters
The transaction represents a significant public expenditure for law enforcement operations in Georgia. The specialized equipment, which mimics the functions of a cellphone tower, is being transferred from the Georgia Department of Human Services to the Georgia Bureau of Investigation for use in investigations.
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Who's involved
- ChevroletThe vehicle being purchased by the Georgia Bureau of Investigation.
- Georgia Department of Human ServicesThe government agency disposing of the specialized vehicle and equipment.
- Georgia Bureau of InvestigationThe state law enforcement agency acquiring the vehicle and equipment.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Georgia Bureau of InvestigationSpeculative
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation could see its operational costs increase due to the acquisition of the specialized $1 million surveillance vehicle and equipment.
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The entities involved
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Chevrolet
American automobile division of GM
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Georgia Department of Human Services
government organization in Atlanta, United States
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Georgia Bureau of Investigation
state law enforcement agency in U.S
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