Police Drones
Police Drones: Discover how drones are being used by police forces. Stay updated on the latest news and developments in law enforcement drone technology.
Police drone assists in capture of murder suspect in Rapid Valley
Early Wednesday morning, law enforcement was assisted by a police drone to catch a murder suspect who was hiding in a Rapid Valley creek, according to a news release from the Rapid City Police Department and Pennington County Sheriff’s Office.
Alleged gun thief tracked down by police drone and dog
In Manchester, New Hampshire police said set that they used a police drone and a dog to track down a man hiding in the backyard who is believed to have stolen a gun.
Police drone spots missing woman’s bright pair of trainers in woods
In the UK, a police drone spots a missing woman’s bright pair of trainers sticking from underneath a tree. The Nottinghamshire Police was able to rescue the woman and bring her to a hospital.
Surveillance drone assists in catching burglary suspect
A surveillance drone assisted multiple law enforcement agencies in catching a burglary suspect in Wichita County, Texas.
Sheriff’s Office unveils latest drone technology
Last week, Sheriff Mike Harrison unveiled the newest asset to the police department, showcasing the latest drone technology. The brand new drone has already been used in a search-and-rescue operation in Franklin County in Florida.
Auburn Police Department plans to start a drone program
Auburn Police Department in the state of New York plans to start a drone program with seized drug money, but needs to receive approval from the city council before they can go ahead and do so.
Police drone team aids in search for missing person at Bardon Hull quarry site
Last night in Coalville in the United Kingdom, the police drone team aided in the search for a missing person at Bardon Hull quarry site, along with Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service.
Nottinghamshire Police’s Drone Unit uses DJI Matrice to find missing boy
A DJI Matrice drone was used by the Nottinghamshire Police’s Drone Unit to find a missing 10-year-old boy, who fled his home after a family argument. The boy had left his house in Mansfield in the UK without any shoes…
First-ever drone arrest of a stabbing suspect by the Santa Maria Police
The drone arrest of a stabbing suspect was a first in the history of the Santa Maria Police Department. The unmanned aircraft was used to find the suspect hiding in a riverbed last weekend.
St. Cloud Police uses drone and K9 to locate a man suspected of stealing a van
The St. Cloud police used a drone and K9 to locate a man who is suspected of stealing a van. Waite Park officers learned of the stolen vehicle on August 3rd.
Extra drones and officers for Dubai Police to ensure COVID-19 safety
Dubai police are receiving additional drones and officers over Eid Al Adha to ensure people stay safe from COVID-19 during the upcoming celebrations next weekend.
Public invited to share thoughts on police drone use in Douglas County, MN
The public has been invited to share their thoughts on police drone use in Douglas County, Minnesota. The comment period is to take place on August 4th, during the County Board meeting.