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Woman on run 20 years arrested by facial recognition

Published Tuesday, May 12, 2026 · Updated May 13

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A woman who had been wanted for an assault for over 20 years was arrested in London thanks to live facial recognition cameras. This arrest highlights the use of advanced technology in police operations to apprehend long-term fugitives.

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  • A woman wanted for an assault over 20 years ago was arrested in London by facial recognition cameras.

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    Sky News reports on the Metropolitan Police's successful live facial recognition trial, which led to the arrest of a woman in London who had been wanted for an assault committed over two decades ago. This incident demonstrates the effectiveness of the technology in apprehending long-sought suspects.

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