Palm Springs Police Department to unveil state-of-the-art intelligence center

PALM SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – The Palm Springs Police Department is unveiling a new asset that it said will "enhance emergency response and crime prevention throughout the Coachella Valley."

It's called the Coachella Valley Real-Time Intelligence Center, or CVRTIC.

The public safety hub integrates several data sources, including body-worn cameras, license plate readers, drones, social media feeds, and 911 calls.

Using that information, officers said they are able to make smarter decisions when it comes to responding to critical public safety incidents. From identifying threats faster to improving situational awareness, the department said participating agencies will be able to more effectively respond to emergencies, and most importantly, save lives.

The Palm Springs Police Department has spearheaded the effort, but they said it is a collaboration between several valley partners, including Cathedral City, Indio, and Desert Hot Springs Police Departments, as well as the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla Indians.

The media is being invited to tour the space for the first time this Thursday at 11:00 a.m.

News Channel 3 will take you behind the scenes at 4, 5, and 6 o'clock. Be sure to check back in to see how this new technology will change the way police can respond to emergencies.