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DJI Drone Currently in Use, Seattle-Made BRINC Responder on the Way The Redmond Police Department is pioneering the use of drones as first responders in the western Washington area. Since April 2, they have been deploying a DJI drone to most 911 emergencies, reportedly providing officers with an aerial perspective even before they arrive on…
The Renton Police Department (RPD) in Washington state is among the 1,400+ police departments nationwide utilizing drone technology, with over 30 drones and 24 FAA-licensed pilots. RPD is deploying drones across various divisions, from patrol to detectives and traffic investigations, to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in evidence collection and collision reconstruction. Drones Revolutionize C
Battling Tags from the Sky: A New Drone Enters the Fight In a groundbreaking move to combat graffiti, Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) has introduced a pioneering solution—a high-tech drone specifically designed to tackle graffiti. This drone, a significant step up from consumer models, is equipped with advanced features like eight motors, nearly 150…
Police Seize 1,700 Fentanyl Pills and Other Narcotics in RV Park Raid In a recent development, Clarkston Police arrested 43-year-old Dustin Walton at an RV park on Friday after allegedly discovering approximately 1,700 fentanyl pills in his trailer. According to court documents, Walton also admitted to using a drone to make drug deliveries. Lewiston Police…
Washington State, one of the earliest and largest adopters of law enforcement drones, is allocating additional funding for vehicle-tracking technologies, including unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The Washington State Department of Commerce has reportedly set aside $1.43 million for proposals, with the first round of grants funding 15 new UAVs for law enforcement agencies across the…
Resident Complaint Prompts Review of Lake Access and Usage The City of SeaTac in Washington State has decided to replace its traditional Fourth of July fireworks show at Angle Lake with a drone show this year. The decision comes after a resident complained about restricted access to the lake during a separate event, which led…
A Yakima man, with a penchant for evading the law, decided to test his luck against the local police force and drone one chilly Wednesday night
Three individuals were arrested in Jefferson County on Dec. 29 for attempting to use a drone to transport contraband into Washington State Prison.
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