Can a new algorithm predict crime?

Data and social scientists from the University of Chicago have developed a new algorithm that forecasts crime by learning patterns in time and geographic locations from public data on violent and property crimes. The model can predict future crimes one week in advance with about 90% accuracy.

How accurate is a crime prediction model?

It has demonstrated success at predicting future crimes one week in advance with approximately 90% accuracy. In a separate model, the team of researchers also studied the police response to crime by analyzing the number of arrests following incidents and comparing those rates among neighborhoods with different socioeconomic status.

Can AI predict future crimes?

An algorithm can predict future crimes with 90% accuracy. Here’s why the creator thinks the tech won’t be abused Try 6 issues for £9.99 when you subscribe to BBC Science Focus Magazine! The AI model was tested across eight cities in the US and predicts future crimes with 80 to 90 per cent accuracy, without falling foul of bias.

Can city-specific patterns predict crime?

“We demonstrate the importance of discovering city-specific patterns for the prediction of reported crime, which generates a fresh view on neighborhoods in the city, allows us to ask novel questions, and lets us evaluate police action in new ways,” Evans said.