Three bounty hunters in Richardson are facing felony charges after police say they kidnapped an innocent man while chasing the wrong suspect.
Investigators say the group targeted a 22-year-old barber, believing he was wanted for murder.
Their decision was based on a facial recognition match that was only 79 percent accurate.
Authorities say the mistake wasn’t caught until after the man was taken into custody and fingerprinted, which ultimately cleared him of any connection to the case.
Richardson police confirm the bounty hunters are now charged with aggravated kidnapping.
Officials warn the case highlights the risks of relying on facial recognition technology, especially without verification.
The victim, who has not been publicly identified, was released after police confirmed his identity.
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