Able to identify patrons who have been banned from the area’s bar and club scene, these new ID scanners have helped to reduce alcohol-related assaults in Kings Cross by 32 per cent according to the regulatory body.
“Scanners are not only a deterrent for known troublemakers, but the information they collect is also being used to identify offenders for crimes committed inside and outside licensed venues”, Deputy Premier and Minister for Justice and Police, Troy Grant said.
While Kings Cross Police Local Area Commander Superintendent Michael Fitzgerald said ID scanners have played a monumental role in improving the safety and security of Kings Cross.
Recording a total 1.5 million IDs over the last 12 months, the enforced scanners have so far picked up 23 cases where patrons have attempted to breach their banning order.
“Since their introduction, we have seen a marked reduction in the number of assaults and thefts from within licensed premises,” Mr. Fitzgerald said.
“Furthermore, they have also allowed police to quickly identify and track down people who commit crimes within Kings Cross' pubs and clubs, and proven immensely effective in helping police enforce banning orders.”
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