Use Of Technology As A Strategy By Kenya Police In Detection Of Crimes In Nairobi City
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2013-11Author
Kumbuti, Hellen M.
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Information and communications technology (IT) has revolutionized the way people live,
learn, work and interact. As crime and criminal activities have become more
sophisticated and new trends in crime patterns have developed, law enforcement agencies
have responded by enhancing their equipment and technologies. The research objective
was to determine the level of application of technology as a strategy by Kenya police to
detect crimes in Nairobi City. This was a case study. It involved an intense and
comprehensive study on the level of application of technology as a strategy by Kenya
police to detect crimes. Primary data source was used in this study where data was
obtained through interactive interviews. The nature of data collected was qualitative and
was therefore analyzed using content analysis technique. In regard to the level of
application of technology, the study established that Kenya police force has not adopted
latest technological advancements in crime prevention. Kenya police force hardly uses
soft technologies which enable strategic use of information to prevent crime. The key
finding was that Kenya police use personal mobile phones and walkie-talkies as the main
communication equipment in crime prevention. With reference to application of
Technology in innovation, the study established that technology has not been used to
improve efficiency in crime detection by Kenya police force. However, the use of mobile
phones has enables police officers to call for assistance whenever they come across
crimes. The study recommends structural reengineering of technological hardware and
software at the Kenya police force. There is a need for the purchase of modern equipment
that sends real time data on crime. The purchase of modern equipment will enable
effective crime prevention and crime management. The study recommends that Kenya
police should institute technology in its strategic management approaches and in
corporate governance. Technology should be treated as a tool to improve corporate image
by increasing public participation in crime prevention and management.
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Kumbuti,Hellen M.,November,2013.Use Of Technology As A Strategy By Kenya Police In Detection Of Crimes In Nairobi City.Publisher
University Of Nairobi