By Steve Ranger
Published: Thursday 06 July 2006
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Name
Andrew
Location
Australia
Occupation
IT Systems integrator.
Comment
There are three issues that need to be addressed, and a database only works when the first and last link in the chain reports the crime. People have a misconception that technology will prevent crime. This is a complete fallacy; ultimately people have to get involved and that is where the system breaks irrespective of the technology.
The problem as I see it
1. A person who has decided to steal something will steal it.
2. A person who steals something and decides to sell it, will sell it.
3. A person who decides to buy a stolen item will buy it.
The only way that this database will make a difference is if the theft is reported and details logged, and even then only if the person receiving the same stolen goods reports it. Technology has almost nothing to offer.
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