NYPD X ray vans

The New York City Police Department is reported to have a number of X-ray vans that contain X-ray equipment for inspecting vehicles. They are described as being able to see into other vehicles using Z backscatter technology.

The NYPD has refused to release details of the uses and operation of these vans. The New York Civil Liberties Union have filed an amici curiae brief in support of a legal action by the journalist Michael Grabell, who is attempting to obtain more information about these vehicles.