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Police Drones: Discover how drones are being used by police forces. Stay updated on the latest news and developments in law enforcement drone technology.
Drone Technology Advances: From Policing to Warfare
Drone technology is evolving rapidly, with major developments in policing, delivery, manufacturing, and warfare. According to a recent MIT Technology Review article, four key areas are seeing significant changes that could reshape how drones are used. Police Drones Going Beyond…
Police Drone Use Sparks Privacy Debate in Maryland
A recent panel discussion at the Maryland Association of Counties summer conference in Ocean City highlighted the growing debate over police use of drones. The discussion, reported by Maryland Matters, focused on the benefits and concerns surrounding law enforcement agencies…
NYPD Considers Deploying Drones to Combat Rising Crime in Central Park
New York City Mayor Eric Adams has proposed using drones and other advanced technologies to address the recent surge in crime in Central Park. This suggestion comes in response to a significant increase in robberies, assaults, and sex crimes in…
Beverly Hills Opposes Bill Banning Chinese-Made Police Drones
The Beverly Hills City Council has voted 4-1 to oppose Senate Bill 99, which would prohibit the use of several drones operated by the Beverly Hills Police Department (BHPD). This information comes from a report on the Beverly Hills city…
Teen Evades Police on Bike in Port St. Lucie, Caught After Drone Search
Police Pursuit and Drone-Assisted Capture A teenager’s attempt to evade law enforcement in Port St. Lucie, Florida led to a swift response from local police. The incident began when an officer noticed a 16-year-old riding a bicycle without proper lighting,…
Police Drones Take Flight in Montgomery County, Expanding First Responder Program
Montgomery County, Maryland, is set to double its pioneering drone first responder program in the coming months, according to The Washington Post. The program, which has already surpassed 1,000 flights, uses drones to respond to 911 calls within seconds, often…
Police Drone Programs Take Flight Across the US, Raising Privacy Concerns
The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) reports that “drone as first responder” (DFR) programs are rapidly gaining popularity among law enforcement agencies across the United States. These programs involve deploying camera-equipped drones to 911 call locations before officers arrive, ostensibly to…
DJI Drone Ban Described As “Uniquely American Clusterfuck”
DJI Drone Ban: U.S. Lawmakers Target Chinese Tech Amid Privacy Concerns In an excellent article from 404 Media, Jason Koebler explains why the DJI Drone Ban is a “uniquely American clusterfuck.” “This potential ban is a uniquely American clusterfuck that…
Kansas Man Shot After Firing at Officers and Police Drone
A confrontation in Minneapolis, Kansas led to a man being shot multiple times by law enforcement after he allegedly fired at officers and a police drone, reports The Wichita Eagle. The incident, which occurred on Saturday, highlights the increasingly complex…
Ohio Lawmaker Proposes Requiring Warrants for Police Drone Surveillance
Legislation Aims to Balance Public Trust and Effective Policing As police departments across Northeast Ohio increasingly adopt drone technology, State Representative Bernie Willis is pushing for legislation that would require law enforcement to obtain search warrants for drone surveillance. House…
Ocean City Police’s New DJI Drone Unit: A Game Changer for Public Safety
DJI Drone Technology Enhances Safety at the Jersey Shore Ocean City, New Jersey, has introduced a new police DJI drone unit to boost public safety and operational efficiency. Led by Lt. Mark Pancoast, the unit comprises three drones and five…
Alameda City Council Greenlights Controversial Police Drones and Natel Energy Expansion
Council Approves APD Drones Amid Heated Debate In a marathon meeting that stretched into the early morning hours, the Alameda City Council authorized the purchase of drones for the Alameda Police Department (APD) and approved a policy governing their use.…