In August 2024, Robert Dillon was wrongfully arrested in Florida based on a false lead from facial recognition software. He was accused of attempting to lure a child in 2023, with the software claiming a 93 percent match to the actual suspect. Dillon's photo was shown to two witnesses, who mistakenly identified him as the perpetrator. During the arrest, Dillon expressed confusion and frustration, as he had not left his local area for two years. This incident reflects a troubling trend of wrongful arrests due to unreliable AI technology in policing.
Dillon was charged with attempting to lure a child based on facial recognition software that inaccurately identified him as a 93 percent match to a suspect.
Witnesses were shown Dillon's photo alongside similar-looking individuals and misidentified him as the criminal, leading to his wrongful arrest nine months later.
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