The Cobb County Sheriff’s Office unveiled its new DEKA Sentry Robots to enhance security at its jail at a ceremony on Oct. 23, 2024. (FOX 5)

To start, three robots are being deployed at the jail. Standing at nearly six-feet tall, these robots are not just massive, but they are tricked out with aLL the latest gadgets like 360 cameras, night vision and heat detection. They will also provide continuous surveillance and real-time communications. While the robots are programmed to navigate the facility autonomously, a live operator will control them for more complex tasks.