In 2020, Robert Williams was wrongfully arrested after facial recognition software incorrectly identified him as the person responsible for a 2018 shoplifting spree. Detroit, Michigan, police jailed Williams for more than 30 hours—even after it became clear that he was not responsible for the crime.
Williams ultimately sued. Last month, the case was settled, with Williams set to receive a $300,000 payout for his wrongful arrest.
