Police Drone Use: Explore the impact of drones in law enforcement. Stay informed on the latest news, trends, and regulations surrounding police drone use.
A drone equipped with a thermal camera has been used in a Police takedown of an alleged burglar in Lawrence, Kansas. The drone’s thermal camera guided officers to the location of the individual at around 4:30am. An aerial takedown The…
So I’m a little behind on this topic as I went skiing last week, but in case you haven’t heard, DJI has removed all geofencing on all of their drones here in the United States, which has kind of been…
Hempstead Village Police Department has become the first municipality in New York State to introduce a Drone as First Responder (DFR) program, partnering with Flock Safety to enhance emergency response capabilities within the community. The new program, announced today at…
Prison authorities in England are facing an unprecedented security crisis as drone deliveries to high-security facilities have escalated to a level that poses significant national security concerns, according to Charlie Taylor, the chief inspector of prisons. The alarming situation, detailed…
A former fire chief in Central New York faces criminal charges for allegedly forging Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) credentials required to operate the department’s unmanned aircraft system. Michael J. Leonelli, 46, was arrested Wednesday after the Caughdenoy Fire Department discovered…
Multiple drones were observed flying near the Prairie Island Nuclear Power Plant in Minnesota on January 8, 2025, prompting responses from local law enforcement agencies but leaving questions about the operators’ identities and intentions unanswered. The incident involved four to…
A drone equipped with powerful spotlight capabilities played a crucial role in a four-hour rescue operation of a stranded teenage hiker on Lone Mountain, demonstrating the expanding capabilities of drone technology in emergency response. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department…
Enfield Police Department’s drone unit successfully located a vulnerable woman using thermal imaging technology during a nighttime search operation on January 2nd. The incident demonstrates the growing effectiveness of Drone Technology in emergency response scenarios. According to local police reports,…
The San Francisco Police Department has significantly expanded its technological capabilities in 2024, deploying DJI Matrice 30T drones as part of a comprehensive surveillance upgrade that includes automated license plate readers and mobile security cameras. The initiative marks the department’s…
Have you noticed that no one is talking about the strange drone sightings over New Jersey anymore? The topic has completely fallen out of the news cycle—no more coverage on major media outlets, television networks, or even social media. Even…
The New York Police Department is integrating advanced drone operations into its comprehensive security strategy for Times Square’s New Year’s Eve celebration, marking a significant evolution in urban event security. Deputy Commissioner of Operations Kaz Daughtry announced that multiple drone…
In a remarkable display of creative problem-solving and Drone Technology application, emergency responders used an unconventional approach – attaching a chicken cutlet to a drone – in their successful effort to rescue a stranded sheepadoodle from Lake Parsippany’s icy surface,…
Following Hurricane Helene earlier this year and Florence in 2018, North Carolina has secured a grant to launch its latest drone program aimed at taking its disaster response efforts to the next level. The program, operated by the North Carolina…
Hong Kong’s law enforcement agencies are seeking regulatory changes that would significantly expand their drone capabilities, potentially ushering in more comprehensive aerial surveillance and AI-powered analysis. Secretary for Security Chris Tang Ping-keung recently outlined plans to utilize drones for automated…
Military and civilian flights were temporarily suspended at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Iwakuni following multiple drone sightings on Sunday evening, highlighting ongoing challenges with unauthorized drone operations near military installations. According to U.S. military and Japanese officials, the incident…
A police drone successfully located a missing 68-year-old man in Hallsville, Missouri, demonstrating the increasing effectiveness of unmanned aerial vehicles in emergency response operations. The man was found alive but in medical distress near a culvert early Monday morning, according…
A newly released investigation by New York City’s Department of Investigation (DOI) has uncovered significant transparency and oversight issues in the New York Police Department’s expanding drone program. The December 18 report found that the NYPD’s drone operations policies fail…
British law enforcement agencies are preparing to implement new fixed penalty powers for drone violations, as Gatwick Airport reports 368 unauthorized drone sightings in its flight restriction zone during 2023. The development comes as airport officials and aviation groups push…
A critical Legal battle over drone access to airspace is unfolding in Michigan, where operators are challenging the University of Michigan’s broad prohibition of unmanned aircraft over its properties. The case, heard Tuesday in the Michigan Court of Claims, could…
Natural disaster response organization StormPoint has significantly enhanced its emergency operations through strategic deployment of DJI Enterprise drones, demonstrating the growing importance of unmanned aerial systems in crisis management across the first responder sector. The Tennessee-based nonprofit handled more than…
The FBI Newark Field Office and New Jersey State Police have issued an urgent warning about a disturbing increase in incidents where pilots are being targeted with lasers by people who mistakenly believe they’re observing unauthorized drones. The warning comes…
The New York Police Department recently recovered an unusually large drone measuring over 5 feet in diameter from a Brooklyn sidewalk, adding an unexpected twist to the recent wave of mysterious drone sightings across the tri-state area. The unmanned aircraft…
Federal officials are facing mounting criticism from New Jersey local leaders over their handling of repeated drone sightings near critical infrastructure, with one mayor describing the federal response as increasingly dismissive of legitimate public safety concerns. During a recent White…
Okay so this is a follow-up to the initial video I made last week on the drones flying over New Jersey, which seems to be everywhere I look. This story continues to gain traction whether I’m on social media or…
Two men were arrested Saturday after their drone flew dangerously close to Boston’s Logan International Airport, underscoring ongoing safety risks posed by unauthorized drone activity near critical airspace, reports CNN. The Boston Police Department reported that the Drone Incident began…
A commercial moving truck sustained damage in Georgetown, South Carolina, after an airborne incident involving a DJI drone and a bird led to an unexpected collision. The incident, reported to Georgetown Police Department, occurred near 1245 North Fraser Street when…
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced an investigation into multiple drone sightings across New York and New Jersey on Friday, though federal authorities maintain the aerial objects pose no immediate security risk. Initial Sightings Near Military Installation The mysterious appearances…
A recreational drone crashed into a residential backyard in Pequannock Township, New Jersey, on Thursday evening, adding another layer to the state’s ongoing concerns over unexplained aerial activity. Local Police confirmed the incident occurred around 8:45 PM in Morris County,…
Federal authorities have found no evidence that the recently reported drone sightings in New Jersey pose any national security threat or have connections to foreign actors. In a joint statement, the FBI and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) revealed that…
Look, I’ve got to weigh in on this whole New Jersey drone situation. As a Philadelphia resident who flies drones every single day – both for fun and for work – I’ve been absolutely bombarded with calls, texts, emails, and…
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