DEKALB COUNTY, Ga – DeKalb County high school football games have received enhanced security this year. A weapons detection system was added to all five stadiums.
The Evolv Technology system was set up at the gates to Adams Stadium on Friday night as fans walked in to see the Miller Grove Wolverines and Druid Hill Red Devils hit the gridiron.
“I think it’s great,” said Jennifer Cantor, who came to watch her nephew play.
“With everything going on in the world today, I think this is a great way to keep everyone safe,” said Cantor.
The system uses sensors, artificial intelligence, and venue analytics to detect weapons and other threats.
The system got an alert when Tarvarus Gordon came through. It turned out to be just his keys, but he appreciated that security double-checked him.
“The littlest thing might set it off, so, hey, never know. The smallest thing, a bomb anything like that, …