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In a pioneering step to combat crime and enhance the sense of security among citizens, the police of South Korea's capital, "Seoul," launched an innovative experiment involving the deployment of life-sized three-dimensional holographic models of police officers in one of the city's busy public parks.

The initiative launched by the capital's police aims to deter misconduct and provide residents with a sense of reassurance in public spaces, utilizing the latest artificial intelligence and hologram technologies.

The experiment began in October 2024, with the installation of a holographic model of a police officer in uniform, standing over 170 centimeters tall, in a public park in Seoul. This virtual officer appears daily between 7 PM and 10 PM, accompanied by messages reminding passersby of the presence of police and surveillance cameras, such as: "The police will respond immediately in emergencies" and "The area is under camera surveillance."

The model, designed by the company "Hologramica," which specializes in holographic technologies, relies on three-dimensional technology to create a realistic visual effect resembling a real officer from a distance. Initial data from the Seoul Police Agency showed a significant success for this experiment, as crime rates in the park dropped by nearly 22% compared to the period before the hologram was installed.

Ann Dong-hyun, head of the Jungbo Police Station, noted that "the holographic officer has proven effective as a smart tool to enhance safety, serving as a psychological deterrent that prevents unruly behavior." He added that the police plan to expand the use of this technology in other public areas of the city, focusing on densely populated regions.

This initiative comes as part of South Korea's efforts to become a global leader in using advanced technology to improve quality of life and public safety. Seoul, the capital with over 9.7 million residents, is a hub for technological innovation, with the local government heavily investing in artificial intelligence and the Internet of Things.

In recent years, the city has seen an increase in the use of smart cameras and advanced surveillance systems, but the hologram experiment represents a new step towards integrating technology into preventive security. Although holographic models cannot interact directly or apprehend offenders, they serve as an effective visual and psychological deterrent.