Some people think that the development of technology helps to reduce crime, while other people think that it encourages crime. Discuss both views and give your opinion

It is argued by some people that the advancements in

techology

the practical application of science to commerce or industry

technology

have contributed to a reduction in crimes, while others are of the view that modern

techology

the practical application of science to commerce or industry

technology

propel people to commit crimes.

Although

there are new forms of criminal acts due to recent technology, I believe that the development of

techological

based in scientific and industrial progress

technological

helps to prevent crimes and easily apprehend criminals. On the one hand, some people think that the new technologies have increased the modes of crimes today. Unlike in the past when criminals operate with arms to threaten and subdue their

victims but

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victims, but

still face many challenges, they now use

mobiles

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mobile

devices, computers and the internet to break laws in the comfort of their homes.

For instance

, the surge in cases of fraud in Nigeria has been attributed to the wide use of computers and

internet

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the internet

by the youths in the country.

Thus

, there have been an increase in various crimes

as a result

of technological advancements.

On the other hand

, some people believe that recent technological developments help to catch both would-be criminals and the

law breakers

someone who violates the law

lawbreakers

. Through the use of surveillance cameras and online devices, law enforcers now have live feedbacks on crimes within their domains, which has

enables

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enabled

them arrest persons planning to involve in crime and criminals.

For example

, the concept of Pre-crime Surveillance has prevented serious crimes in countries

such

as the UK and France.

Therefore

, some people with the intend to break laws have been rehabilitated, law breakers promptly arrested and more people have been protected through modern

techology

the practical application of science to commerce or industry

technology

. In conclusion, despite the fact that technological development has increased the modes of crime,

however

, it has helped to quickly catch criminals and prevent serious crimes. On the balance, I believe that it helps to reduce crimes.