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Madrid Pilots 5,000 Drink-Drug-Detecting Wristbands at Chamartín Fiestas

City officials cast the wristbands as a public-safety test to gauge whether the system merits wider use.

Overview

  • The devices aim to deter crimes linked to chemical submission, including sexual assault, theft and extortion.
  • About 100 Municipal Police officers will distribute the wristbands as part of the district security operation.
  • The pilot runs from Thursday through Sunday, marking the first deployment of this technology in Madrid.
  • Sensors are designed to detect multiple drugs in beer, soft drinks or water.
  • The district allocated roughly €8,000 for 5,000 units, with results to be evaluated before any rollout to other events.