Source: Mahabahu

Mahabahu reports that UK police forces have begun piloting an AI-based tool designed to assess individuals' likelihood of committing murder, based on behavioral, psychological, and environmental data. The tool is being tested in several jurisdictions and is part of a broader initiative on predictive policing.

Critics argue that such tools could lead to profiling, discrimination, and violations of privacy and due process rights. Legal experts warn that acting on AI predictions before crimes are committed may undermine the presumption of innocence and raise constitutional issues.

The Home Office defends the program, claiming it’s only being used as a risk assessment aid under human supervision.