Bluetooth breathalyser app launched for police

US breathalyser developer Alcohoot has unveiled “Intrepid”, a new police-grade smartphone app designed specifically for law enforcement.

The company specialises in “human condition” monitoring, by using “non-invasive” methods to accurately test and track a person’s condition and collect data over time.

Last year it released the Alcohoot Smartphone Breathalyser, a plug-in device for smartphone users who want to check their Blood Alcohol Concentration (BAC) level.

Designed as “the future” of breathalyser technology for police, the hand-held Intrepid device uses fuel-cell sensor technology and Bluetooth connectivity to instantly transmit data to the mobile app it is linked to.

Police can then access the app to view the suspect’s BAC test data and information, which is also  transmitted to a general database.
Once the BAC information reaches the database, Intrepid automatically completes the paperwork and reporting aspects of the offence.

Alcohoot is currently running test pilot programs with police departments across the US.

In 2013, two apps were launched which could read alcohol levels and hail a taxi if drinkers were over the limit.