Video of Redthread
Introduction
For this project, we collaborated with Team Monocles and the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) Homicide Division, who wanted to explore how technology, especially AI could support their investigation process. Their goal was clear: reduce the time it takes to solve homicide cases by improving how detectives manage and analyze digital evidence.
Tools Used
Problem
After doing in-depth research and interviews, we discovered that one of their biggest pain points was going through hours of surveillance and interview footage manually. This not only slowed them down but also risked missing critical clues buried in the noise.
Role of Video Evidence
After doing in-depth research and interviews, we discovered that one of their biggest pain points was going through hours of surveillance and interview footage manually. This not only slowed them down but also risked missing critical clues buried in the noise.
Solution
To address this, we designed RedThread, a concept platform that uses AI to quickly scan video evidence, highlight key segments, and allow teams to collaborate in real time—helping detectives stay focused, efficient, and informed.
A few visuals of me from our user testing sessions with detectives.
Testing Results (From 4 Users)
Visuals of our pitch presentation to Team Monocles and the IMPD Homicide Division.
Pricing
Extro
RedThread is designed to support the people who protect us.
By making investigations faster, smarter, and more efficient. Because sometimes, the right clue is already in the footage. You just need the right tool to find it.
Meet our team, professor, and representatives from Team Monocles and the IMPD Homicide Division.
