Hillsborough County House of Corrections Enhances Detainee Safety with OverWatch™ System Deployment
June 20 2024 - 3:55PM
Business Wire
4Sight Labs today announced the deployment of its OverWatch™
system at the Hillsborough County Department of Corrections. The
OverWatch system employs sophisticated sensors and
technology-driven intelligence to detect potential threats and
medical emergencies, allowing for fast intervention by facility
staff. OverWatch is an advanced technology developed by 4Sight Labs
aimed at improving safety and security within the facility.
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Hillsborough County is the pioneering facility in the New
England region to implement this cutting-edge system on a limited
basis.
Correctional agencies are encountering a population suffering
from significant ongoing medical concerns related to untreated
chronic care, ongoing high-frequency drug use, as well as
significant untreated and/or undiagnosed mental health concerns.
Today’s intakes are some of the most fragile and sick individuals
that correctional staff have ever dealt with. Jails are not
hospitals or mental health receiving facilities, so the opportunity
to utilize advanced continuous monitoring solutions that assist in
preventing future negative outcomes is welcome.
With OverWatch, Hillsborough County staff will receive
notifications and technology-driven insights, enabling them to
facilitate quicker detection and response to critical situations.
The goal is to mitigate severe outcomes and potentially save
lives.
"We are proud to partner with the Hillsborough County Department
of Corrections to implement the OverWatch system,” said David
Sanders, Chief Operating Officer at 4Sights Lab. “Our technology is
designed to enhance situational awareness and enable rapid
response, ultimately saving lives and improving security. By
minimizing in-custody deaths through timely interventions,
OverWatch can make a profound impact on inmate safety.”
Hillsborough County Department of Correction Superintendent
Joseph Costanzo added: "We are dedicated to maintaining the highest
standards of safety and security for our inmates and staff.
Deploying the OverWatch system is another tool to assist us in
protecting our most medically fragile and vulnerable population. We
believe this technology will help us provide a safer environment
for everyone in our facility."
The facility will launch its first 10 devices on July 1,
2024.
About Hillsborough County House of Corrections
Located in Manchester, New Hampshire, the Hillsborough County
Department of Corrections houses inmates awaiting trial, serving
short sentences, or held on various charges. The facility is
dedicated to providing secure, humane supervision and
evidence-based rehabilitation. It is committed to promoting public
safety with respect, professionalism, dedication, and courage.
About 4Sight Labs
Founded in 2020, 4Sight Labs pioneers technology-driven
monitoring solutions to enhance visibility, accountability, and
prevention within custody environments. Its innovative technologies
transform public health strategies in law enforcement and
correctional facilities and cement compassionate technology as a
new standard across the in-custody continuum. To learn more or
schedule a demo, go to www.4sightlabs.com.
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Joseph Costanzo Superintendent Hillsborough County House of
Corrections joseph.costanzo@hcnh.gov
Sherri Hughes-Smith Senior Director, Marketing 4Sight Labs
sherrihs@4sightlabs.com