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A high-tech manhunt unfolded in Chester County, South Carolina, as law enforcement used a thermal-equipped drone to track down a murder suspect accused of killing his own mother. The incident, reported by WCNC Charlotte, showcases the growing role of drone technology in modern policing. The Crime and the Chase In the early hours of Friday…
We have three stories for you: more DJI leaks, DroneUp layoffs, and a failed drone smuggling attempt in South Carolina. Let's get to it!
A large unmanned aerial drone and potential prison contraband were confiscated by the Jasper County Sheriff’s Office following an attempted traffic stop on August 4. The incident, which remains under investigation, highlights the ongoing challenge of drone-facilitated smuggling attempts at correctional facilities, according to the Bluffton Today. Drone Activity Prompts Police Response Around 6 a.m
In a shocking case of high-tech smuggling, a Columbia man has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for flying drones loaded with drugs and other contraband into two South Carolina prisons. The South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC) reportedly worked tirelessly to apprehend the suspect, Brian Francis Williams Jr., who brought meth, crack,…
A High-Flying Drone Scheme Grounded In a turn of events that reads like a scene from a modern crime thriller, a South Carolina man found himself in legal hot waters after law enforcement discovered an orange drone (Autel?) along with a bag of marijuana in his car. The arrest, reportedly made by the South Carolina…
Drones Take Center Stage at Duke and NOAA Workshop In an innovative gathering at Duke University, over seventy-three professionals from a diverse array of sectors—ranging from government and academia to private industry and non-profits—converged to enhance their expertise in drone technology, specifically tailored for coastal applications, according to Carolina Coast Online. This event, titled “Dr
A Prolonged Rebuild and Technological Solutions Surfside Beach, a charming coastal town in South Carolina, faces a unique challenge. The beloved Surfside Pier, a victim of Hurricane Matthew’s wrath over seven years ago, is on the brink of reopening after enduring numerous setbacks. However, lingering concerns about minor structural issues have propelled the town council…
In a case that highlights the issue of drone-assisted contraband smuggling, two men from the Greenville area have been arrested in South Carolina.
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