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Drone Shot in Maine During Search for Missing Dogs Prompts Federal Investigation
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Drone Shot in Maine During Search for Missing Dogs Prompts Federal Investigation

A commercial drone operated by 2A Tac Air Services was shot out of the sky in Corinth, Maine, on Tuesday, September 9, while assisting in a search for two missing beagles, according to WMTW. The drone’s operator, Rob Russell, says the incident caused thousands of dollars in damage and threatens his ability to continue search-and-rescue…

Orlando approves $6.83M Skydio drone program after trial drone beat officers to the scene one-third of the time - GoPro Sells 114 Patent Assets to Skydio in Major Drone Industry Move. Chinese Drone Component Prices Surge, Impacting U.S. Market
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Portland Police Seek Approval to Deploy Drone for Public Safety Operations

The Portland Police Department is requesting approval from the city council to purchase its first drone, a tool they say would improve search-and-rescue missions, crime scene reconstruction, and responses to high-risk incidents, according to a report from the Portland Press Herald. The council’s Health and Human Services and Public Safety Committee approved the measure Tuesday,…

Man Accused of Using Drone to Drop Explosives in Maine Town
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Man Accused of Using Drone to Drop Explosives in Maine Town

A Woodland, Maine resident has been arrested for allegedly using a drone to drop explosive devices on targets in the small Aroostook County town. The case highlights the potential misuse of drone technology for criminal activities. Drone-Assisted Attacks Over 18 Months Joshua Brydon, 37, was arrested by Maine State Police on October 12 following an…

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