Cobb County Sheriff's Office testing 'jailbots' in pilot program to beef up security

Dean Kamen, founder and CEO of DEKA Research and Development in New Hampshire, explains how artificial intelligence within his robots will help detect issues and alert deputies during a live demonstration at the Cobb County jail on Wednesday, Oct. 23, 2024. (Chamian Cruz/WABE)

Robots that can run headcounts or detect if a detainee needs medical help have made their way to the Cobb County jail, with new technology continuing to change how law enforcement operates.

At a live demonstration this week, Cobb County Sheriff Craig Owens said his three new employees don’t have names yet, but they do know his.

“Sheriff Owens, we meet again!” one of the so-called “jailbots” said.