Santa Monica Resident Creates ‘Homeless Diversion Device’ to Keep People Off His Sidewalk

Frustrated by the increasing number of homeless individuals in his neighborhood, Santa Monica resident Stephen McMahon has developed a controversial device designed to deter people from lingering outside his property. Dubbed the "Blue Chirper," the device emits a blue strobe light and cricket-like noises whenever motion is detected, which McMahon claims is just irritating enough to divert homeless individuals away from his 20-block area.

The Blue Chirper operates using motion sensors that activate the blue strobe light and a high-pitched sound when someone approaches, especially at night. . .