Re: Schoolbags get GPS tracking

From: SBH (Meanie_Intruder_at_softhome.net)
Date: 10/29/04 

Date: Fri, 29 Oct 2004 17:31:31 -0400

They're getting close if not yet done so. Currently there is a small GPS
device used for the elderly and others with Alzheimer and other diseases
which cause memory loss. It can track their location from a mile via auto
and 8 miles via aircraft. I'm sure there's a way to attach something to a
person which makes it difficult to be seen and/or removed.

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