In 2018, the LAPD attempted to address how best to allocate resources by trying to identify when and where crimes would occur, as well as who commit them. This was accomplished by using an algorithm that examined crime data. Called PredPol, an overview of the program can be found at this link. https://www.latimes.com/local/lanow/la-me-lapd-precision-policing-data-20190703-story.htmlThere are a host of issues related to this controversial programas the chapter points out, predicting criminality is an extraordinarily difficult thing to do. Your task is to evaluate the promise and realities of this program, noting what other departments think of the software and other issues that are generated from its use (hint: think about minorities and racial profiling). Make sure you cite empirical sources, as this is not simply an opinion essay. As always, your paper should be properly formatted using APA guidelines and be not less than three double-spaced pages.
