I ’d care to know what ’s being stolen from this Dutch McDonald ’s . Coffee stirrer ? napkin ? lavatory paper ? This synthetic DNA spray intrigues me , though — not only does it “ tag ” crims , but when the button is constrict , it alerts police too .
So far , only one Dutch McDonald ’s in Rotterdam has been outfitted with the DNA atomiser , and while not a single collar has been made after a criminal has been coated with the desoxyribonucleic acid ( which is visible under UV light ) , police are claiming it has really help discourage likely thieves . Meanwhile , the McDonald ’s around the auction block has probably seen an step-up in crime , but anyhoo .
The DNA spray is activated by staff who just have to remove a 10 Euro note from a special emplacement behind the counter , which then set off the atomiser which is suspended over the doorway to the restaurant . While planetary house are up on the door warning would - be thieves “ you steal , you ’re marked ” it ’s invisible to the people inside .
I guess it makes for a nice change from the common ketchup stains down your top . [ NY Times ]
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