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A small drone found in the car of Thomas Crooks, the gunman who attempted to assassinate former President Donald J. Trump, was likely used to survey the rally site in Butler, Pennsylvania, according to a report by The New York Times. READ MORE: DJI DRONE USED IN TRUMP ASSASSINATION ATTEMPT REVEALS DETAILED PLANNING Drone Surveillance…
A spectacular drone show is set to light up the New York City skyline on Tuesday, July 16, as part of a Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C) tribute.
New York City’s latest beach safety initiative has hit an unexpected snag: territorial shorebirds. The NYPD’s fleet of drones, deployed to monitor beaches for sharks and struggling swimmers, is facing fierce opposition from local avian residents. According to NBC New York, these feathered fighters are taking to the skies to defend their turf, forcing authorities…
The Fire Department of New York (FDNY) has expanded its drone program to provide crucial support to lifeguards at New York City beaches, as reported by Eyewitness News. This innovative approach combines cutting-edge technology with traditional rescue methods to enhance water safety. Eyes in the Sky: Drones to the Rescue FDNY’s robotics unit, typically used…
The Yonkers Police Department in New York has launched a pioneering “Drone as a First Responder” (DFR) program, marking a significant advancement in emergency response capabilities for the region, reports Eyewitness News and Lohud. High-Tech Eyes in the Sky The program utilizes a DJI M300 or Matrice 300 series drone equipped with high-definition cameras and…
According to a recent report from the US Army, soldiers from the New York National Guard’s 27th Infantry Brigade Combat Team got hands-on experience with cutting-edge drone technology during a training event at Fort Drum from June 24-28, 2024. Soldier Borne Sensor: A Pocket-Sized Recon Drone The star of the show was the Soldier Borne…
Welcome to your Weekly UAS News update. We have three stories for you this week. First, we have the DJI Air 3S leaks. Second, the chairs of the Homeland Security and Energy and Commerce committees are calling for declassification of national security risks for Chinese drones. Lastly, a man was arrested for shooting at a…
60-Year-Old Faces Charges of Menacing and Weapon Possession On June 19, 2024, Joseph H. Dishaw, a 60-year-old man from Ogdensburg, NY, was arrested by State Police for menacing in the 2nd degree and criminal possession of a weapon in the 4th degree. The arrest stemmed from an incident that occurred on June 18, 2024, at…
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