Tempe PD Enhances Safety with The RATT at ASU vs. BYU Game

Tempe Police vehicles stationed at ASU tailgate with mobile monitoring equipment in view, enhancing safety and crowd management.

How the Tempe Police Department Leveraged The RATT for Enhanced Safety at the ASU vs. BYU Football Game

November 23rd marked an unforgettable night at Mountain America Stadium as Arizona State University (ASU) triumphed over Brigham Young University (BYU) in a nail-biting 28-23 victory. With Mountain America Stadium seating over 50,000, ensuring public safety during the ASU vs. BYU football game was a top priority for law enforcement. To meet this challenge, the Tempe Police Department deployed their Rapid All-Terrain Tower (RATT) equipped with safety & security cameras for real-time event monitoring. This deployment highlights how innovative technology, like mobile monitoring towers, can assist law enforcement in maintaining safety and managing large-scale events more efficiently.

The Challenge: Managing Safety Outside a High-Profile Sporting Event

Large-scale events like college football games present unique security challenges, not just within the stadium but also in the surrounding areas where fans gather, enter, and exit. Mountain America Stadium’s high-capacity design, combined with the high energy of fans, creates potential risks such as:

  • Crowd control issues: Managing large, enthusiastic groups at entry and exit points requires real-time monitoring to prevent bottlenecks and overcrowding.
  • Limited visibility: Officers stationed at ground level may struggle to monitor activity across sprawling parking lots, walkways, and gathering areas.
  • Emergency response delays: Quick decision-making at choke points requires instant access to clear, actionable intelligence.

For Tempe PD, the ASU vs. BYU game was particularly high-profile, with national media coverage and large crowds expected outside the stadium. Ensuring smooth entry and exit flow while monitoring public areas was critical to maintaining safety and minimizing disruptions for fans.

The Solution: Deploying The RATT for Mobile Monitoring

The Tempe Police Department turned to The RATT, a cutting-edge mobile monitoring solution, to overcome these challenges. Stationed outside Mountain America Stadium, The RATT offered valuable support by monitoring key entry and exit points, enhancing situational awareness for officers as they managed high-traffic areas during the special event. Mounted on a 2×2” hitch receiver and equipped with a high-definition safety & security camera, The RATT RQ621 Single-Sensor Mobile Monitoring Tower supported officers with the following capabilities:

  • Elevated aerial monitoring: The telescopic mast allowed officers to monitor activity from above.
  • Real-time insights: Officers tracked crowd movement, traffic patterns, and potential safety concerns, ensuring proactive responses.

According to Detective Dave Gibson of the Tempe Police Department, “The RATT provided us with an enhanced perspective, making it easier to maintain situational awareness and adapt to the dynamic flow of the event.”

The Impact: Supporting Public Safety at a High-Profile Event

The deployment of The RATT provided the Tempe Police Department with enhanced situational awareness during the ASU vs. BYU game. Its aerial perspective and real-time video feed supplemented the department’s efforts to monitor key areas outside the stadium, assisting officers in managing the crowds effectively. Specific observations included:

  • Improved situational awareness: The elevated view offered by The RATT allowed officers to monitor crowd movement and activity in high-traffic areas more effectively.
  • Incident monitoring: The live video feed enabled command staff to observe and assess situations as they unfolded, providing valuable insights for decision-making.
  • Resource allocation: The RATT’s mobility helped officers focus their presence in areas of highest need during peak times.

Detective Gibson noted, “The RATT is a valuable tool that helped us enhance visibility and effectively adapt to the dynamic flow of the event.”

Technical Highlights of The RATT

  • High-definition safety & security camera system: Delivers clear, detailed footage day or night.
  • Mobile design: Easily deployable at any location, on any vehicle with a 2×2” hitch receiver, making it ideal for dynamic environments like special events.
  • Telescopic mast: Provides an elevated perspective without the need for drones.
  • Vehicle-powered operation: Runs directly off the vehicle’s cigarette lighter, eliminating the need for additional power sources and ensuring continuous monitoring throughout the event.

These features made The RATT a valuable tool that complemented Tempe PD’s efforts during the ASU vs. BYU football game, helping enhance visibility and optimize resource allocation.

Conclusion: Empowering Public Safety Through Mobile Monitoring Technology

The Tempe Police Department’s use of The RATT at the ASU vs. BYU game highlights the value of mobile monitoring towers in enhancing public safety. By providing aerial monitoring and supporting real-time decision-making, The RATT served as a reliable tool for managing large-scale events.

If your department is looking for innovative solutions to enhance safety and operational efficiency, explore our range of mobile monitoring systems. Visit our customer stories page to learn how our technology can help you tackle your toughest challenges.

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