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Police Drone Use: Explore the impact of drones in law enforcement. Stay informed on the latest news, trends, and regulations surrounding police drone use.
Chinese Grad Student Charged with Espionage for Drone Photos of US Navy Shipyards
In an unprecedented case, the US Department of Justice has charged a Chinese national, Fengyun Shi, with using a drone to photograph classified nuclear submarine shipyards in Virginia. Wired reports that this marks the first known application of a World…
Whittier Man Sentenced to 36 Years for Firing at Agent and Drone
A Whittier man, Luis Mendez Jr., 51, was sentenced to 36 years and four months in prison for firing at a law enforcement officer and a police drone during an eight-hour standoff in Costa Mesa. This verdict came after his…
Eurofighter Damaged by Drone Collision at Bavarian Airport
Eurofighter Hits Drone on Landing A Eurofighter jet collided with a drone while landing at Manching Airport in Bavaria last week. The pilot didn’t notice the collision, but damage was found after landing. The drone incident, which did not compromise…
Police Drones Answering 911 Calls: The Future of Law Enforcement?
Drones to Respond to 911 Calls Imagine dialing 911 and seeing a drone at your doorstep instead of a police officer. This futuristic scenario could soon be a reality in parts of Colorado’s Front Range. Several local law enforcement agencies…
Will the U.S. Ban DJI Drones? Here’s What You Need to Know
Possible DJI Drone Ban Raises Concerns Over Security and Innovation The future of DJI drones in the U.S. hangs in the balance as the Countering CCP Drones Act, proposed by Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY), gains momentum in Congress. The bill,…
Malone Man’s Drone Helps Find Missing Dogs: 18 Rescued Since January
Retired Trooper Turns Drone Pilot to Save Lost Pets In Malone, New York, Chad Tavernia is using his drone to reunite families with their lost dogs. Tavernia, a retired New York State Police trooper and investigator, has reportedly successfully located…
How Brinc Drones Got Funded: A $300 Million Startup Story
From Dining Room to $300 Million Valuation Brinc, a startup founded by Blake Resnick when he was just 18, creates drones designed for 911 emergencies. These drones can provide live footage of dangerous scenes and deliver essential aid like epinephrine…
Man Faces Jail for Flying Drone Over Hangout Fest: Here’s Why It’s Illegal
Arrest at Hangout Fest for Drone Flight A 25-year-old man from Foley, Alabama is facing jail time after flying his drone over Hangout Festival in Gulf Shores, violating local laws, reports AL.com. The arrest highlights the legal restrictions on drone…
Hawthorne Police First to Use Brinc’s New 911 Drones
Drone Revolution in Emergency Response Hawthorne Police Department recently unveiled “Responder,” a drone built specifically for responding to 911 calls, reports the Los Angeles Times. This marks the first deployment of Brinc’s new technology, aimed at revolutionizing public safety by…
NYPD’s Drones as First Responders Initiative Is Game-Changer
Drones to Respond to 911 Calls in NYC The NYPD is set to deploy drones across five precincts to aid officers in responding to 911 calls. This initiative aims to enhance response times and reach areas that officers cannot access…
Drone Tech: How Brinc Drones Changes 911 Response
A Game-Changing Product for Emergency Response Blake Resnick, founder of Brinc Drones, unveiled a groundbreaking product designed to revolutionize emergency response during Episode 78 of the PIXL Drone Show. The new drone, called the Responder, is set to transform how…
BRINC Reveals Game-Changing 911 Responder Drone
Revolutionizing Emergency Response with Drone Technology BRINC has just unveiled a major breakthrough in emergency response technology. The company introduced the Responder drone and Responder Station, a purpose-built platform designed for Drone as First Responder (DFR) operations. This innovative system…