Pappas Announces $300,000 Grant for Manchester Police Department

Today, Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01) announced the delivery of $300,000 for the Manchester Police Department to fund the acquisition and implementation of gunshot recognition technology. These funds were secured by Pappas in a legislative package to fund the government through fiscal year 2022.

Manchester Police has been working with community partners to reduce gun violence in the city through data-driven and evidence-based approaches. Part of this work found that many reported shootings are reported to police long after the actual shooting occurred, presenting significant issues in investigating these crimes. The purchase and implementation of gunshot recognition technology will alert police to the exact location of the gunfire within 60 seconds, enabling a faster response to these violent crimes. This will assist law enforcement in apprehending suspects, rendering aid to victims, and locating critical evidence.

“Ensuring the safety of our communities is of the utmost importance,” said Congressman Pappas. “These funds will implement gunshot recognition technology that will address the problem of unreported shootings in Manchester and aid law enforcement as they fight gun crime. This state-of-the-art technology will help Manchester police identify and respond to incidences of gunfire, apprehend perpetrators, and collect evidence. I’m committed to supporting our local law enforcement in the critical work they do, and I will always fight to deliver resources for departments that will improve public safety.”

“This technology will help Manchester Police continue to focus our efforts to reduce gun violence in the City,” said Manchester Chief of Police Allen Aldenberg. “The ability to receive notifications of gunfire within 60 seconds is a game changer and will assist in our strategy to focus on the right places and right people. We appreciate the assistance of Congressman Pappas’s office in securing this funding as well as providing the foundation for a community centered, transparent approach to this technology adoption.”