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FGV participates in a pilot experience with laser technology to monitor the flow of travellers

Ferrocarrils de la Generalitat Valenciana (FGV) is taking part in a pilot project at the Luceros TRAM station in Alicante. This project uses LiDAR laser technology to track the movement of people in real time and without identifying anyone.

The pilot test, funded by European resources and the first of its kind in Spain’s train industry, is being carried out by Outsight, a top company in 3D perception technology, in partnership with SICE, a well-known technology integrator.

The project uses a new kind of Artificial Intelligence in 3D along with LiDAR devices at the station to gather important data. LiDAR technology uses lasers to measure distances, make 3D maps, and spot movement without identifying people.

Outsight’s program allows for the collection of information about how many people are in the station and where they move, all done anonymously. This helps create a real-time 3D computer model of the station. This allows FGV to see right away where the most people are and how long they are waiting. This helps them understand busy times and plan their resources better.

For example, the public company can track how many people are at the station at any time. They can see how many passengers enter through each entrance, how many use each turnstile, how many get on and off specific stairs, the average waiting time at vending machines, the number of people in queue at the ticket office and the average waiting time there, among other things.

This information helps FGV understand how resources are used, the busiest and quietest times of day, and the usage rates of their services. This system tracks how many passengers come in and out, giving a clear look at their behaviour at various times during the day. Occupancy density is also analysed to detect bottlenecks and suggest improvements that optimise the circulation of users.

The pilot test will run for three to four months, during which we will assess its effect on managing passengers and create thorough reports for FGV. This information will help find ways to improve and look for new partnerships to increase the use of this technology in other smart systems.

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15-year-old boy caught driving three times the speed limit

Local police in the Alicante municipality of San Vicente del Raspeig have located and identified a 15-year-old boy who boasted in a video uploaded to the social media platform TikTok about driving at 120 kilometres per hour.

The video, which was captured at 1:30 p.m. on February 19th on Calle Río Turis in San Vicente, seess him driving a car at a speed that was three times the maximum speed limit of 40 km/h. Additionally, he is accompanied by other juveniles inside the vehicle.

The young man is facing charges for a variety of potential road safety violations, such as irresponsible driving, driving without a licence and speeding.

According to a police report that has been submitted to the Juvenile Prosecutor’s Office in Alicante, the car in which the minors were travelling is owned by the driver’s father. The report identifies all occupants.

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Hiker rescued after sustaining a head injury during a fall

Today, the Alicante Provincial Fire Consortium rescued a 77-year-old man who suffered a head injury after sliding while hiking in Collado del Polçet, Cabeçó d’Or, Alicante.

According to the aforementioned agency, the Alpha 01 rescue helicopter and the GER special rescue group were dispatched to the location at approximately 1:38 p.m. upon receiving the alert.

The injured individual was immediately evacuated to the helipad of the Doctor Balmís General Hospital in Alicante by the firefighters after they had located him. The operation concluded at approximately 3:05 p.m.

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Police in Alicante seize 1,300 kilos of cocaine from two trucks

Two large vehicles carrying 1,300 kilos of cocaine were intercepted by agents from the Drug and Organised Crime Unit (UDYCO) of the National Police in Alicante. The French Customs and the Central Investigation Office of the Polish Police provided support to the investigation, which was conducted by the Alicante Police Station in collaboration with the Catalonia Headquarters and coordinated by Europol.

According to sources from the investigation, these vehicles were intercepted at a service station in France and in an area near Barcelona after travelling through the province of Alicante. The operation has led to the interception of over one tonne of narcotics that were intended for several European countries.

The events occurred on March 16th when French authorities discovered a large vehicle with Polish registration at a service station in France, en route to Lyon. 800 kilogrammes of cocaine were discovered concealed within aluminium materials during the inspection of this vehicle. The coordination mechanisms between countries were immediately activated through Europol, and the driver was arrested for an alleged offence against public health.

Cooperation was established with the Central Investigation Office of the Police, specifically with the department in Rzeszów, following the discovery of the first vehicle. This collaboration resulted in the discovery of a second truck near Barcelona.

The National Police discovered an additional 500 kilogrammes of cocaine, this time concealed among porcelain construction materials, as a result of their collaboration with the Polish side. The National Police’s Special Security Operations Group (GOES) provided assistance to the investigators in the transportation of the narcotics.

Currently, the investigation is ongoing, and Europol is coordinating efforts between Spain, France, and Poland to dismantle the criminal organisation that is dedicated to high-level drug trafficking.