Student Gets Handcuffed, Searched At Gunpoint Because AI Thought A Bag Of Chips Was A Handgun

A student in Baltimore County, Maryland, was handcuffed and searched at gunpoint by police after an AI-driven security system flagged his bag of chips as a possible firearm. The incident highlights the flaws in AI-assisted tech in schools, with companies like Evolv and Omnilert having a history of false positives. Omnilert apologized for the incident, stating that their system functions as intended by prioritizing safety and awareness through rapid human verification, but critics argue that the missing step of human review could prevent such overreactions. The incident raises questions about the effectiveness and reliability of AI in school security and the need for better oversight and human verification processes.