An Ohio shopping mall is incorporating advanced AI technology into its security team by deploying a 400-pound robot security guard.

Referred to as “our secret agent man” by Stacie Schmidt, Crocker Park’s Vice President of Marketing, this autonomous addition has become a new member of the security team at the open-air shopping mall.

Crocker Park, situated in Westlake, a suburban area approximately 15 miles from Cleveland, draws nearly 10 million visitors annually and accommodates 1,000 residents in upscale apartments.

This month, the management at Crocker Park introduced SAM, a 420-pound, 5-foot-1 robot developed by California-based robotics firm Knightscope, Fox News reported.

SAM will undertake sidewalk patrols and serve as a vigilant “watchdog,” as stated in a press release shared with Fox News Digital.

Sean Flanigan, Vice President of Security at Stark Enterprises, the owner of Crocker Park, emphasized that the introduction of the Knightscope robot aligns with their commitment to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all visitors.

Equipped with 360-degree video streaming and recording capabilities, SAM can monitor areas comprehensively and promptly alert authorities to potential issues.

Regardless of weather conditions, the robot is capable of operating round the clock, providing an unceasing security presence.

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