Feb 17 • 13:23 UTC 🇧🇷 Brazil G1 (PT)

Missing Tourist at Salvador Carnival Found Through Facial Recognition

A tourist who went missing during the Salvador Carnival was located early on Monday through the Bahia State Public Security facial recognition system.

During the Salvador Carnival, a tourist was found by authorities after he disappeared in the crowded environment of the festival. The individual lost contact with his friend and struggled to navigate back to his accommodation due to the overwhelming amount of attendees present. His case prompted the local police to utilize a facial recognition system to assist in locating him.

The local police department documented the missing person report at the Delegacia de Proteção à Pessoa. After gathering necessary information, the tourist's details were entered into the facial recognition system developed by the Bahia State Public Security. This technology enabled the authorities to quickly identify and locate the tourist, demonstrating the effectiveness of modern surveillance methods in aiding public safety during large gatherings.

Once found, the tourist was taken to a police care post (Posto Cuidar) where he was reunited with his family, emphasizing the importance of safety and awareness during busy events like the Carnival. The police also conducted a campaign aimed at educating attendees about the risks of getting lost, underlining the message "Don’t lose track of me, don’t disappear."

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