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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.
NYPD Drones Assist in Post-Earthquake Inspection Efforts
In the aftermath of a 4.8 magnitude earthquake that shook New York City, the New York Police Department (NYPD) has deployed drones to aid in inspecting buildings and bridges for potential structural damage. The NYPD, in collaboration with the buildings…
Elk Grove Police Introduces First Responder Drones
New Program to Enhance Emergency Response Times and Efficiency The Elk Grove Police Department in California is set to launch a new program that will deploy drones as first responders to emergency situations. The department, which has been utilizing drones…
K-9 and Drone Aid in Capture of Domestic Battery Suspect
LaGrange County Sheriff’s Office Responds to Domestic Battery Report The LaGrange County Sheriff’s Office received a report of domestic battery in the Mongo area of LaGrange County on Thursday, April 13, 2023, at approximately 10:37 a.m. The victim reportedly managed…
State Supreme Court Declines to Hear Chula Vista Police Drone Case, Potentially Opening Door for Public Access to Some Footage
The California Supreme Court has denied the city of Chula Vista’s request to review a lower court ruling that could require the Police Department to release some of its drone footage to the public. This decision effectively upholds the December…
Pasadena Police Drone Helps Nab Burglar Hiding in Backyard
Suspect Charged with Burglary and Drug Possession In a stunning display of modern policing, the Pasadena Police Department successfully apprehended a suspected burglar with the help of a high-tech drone. Ricardo Garcia Jr., 34, was charged with burglary and drug…
China Uses Drone Surveillance to Harass Foreign Journalists
A recent report by the Foreign Correspondents’ Club of China (FCCC) has shed light on the increasing surveillance and harassment faced by foreign journalists working in China. The report, based on a survey of FCCC members, reveals that Chinese authorities…
Former Fire Chief Turned Drone Advocate Shares Insights on Public Safety and Legislation
Wayne Baker’s Journey from Firefighting to DJI In a recent interview, Wayne Baker, former fire chief and current Director of Stakeholder Engagement at DJI, shared his experiences and insights on the use of drones in public safety and the challenges…
Drone News: Drone Shop Owner Arrested for Flights, Baltimore Bridge TFR, Avata 2 Release and More?
Welcome to our weekly UAS News Update, and we have three stories for you this week. A drone shop owner gets arrested for prison drops. The Baltimore Bridge collapse TFR. And then, lastly, a possible DJI Avata 2 release next…
“Drone Force Philly”: Mayor Parker’s Plan to Boost Public Safety with Police Drones
In her recent budget proposal, Philadelphia Mayor Cherelle L. Parker has allocated $2.7 million towards police drone technology as part of an effort to improve public safety in the city. This investment, dubbed “Drone Force Philly,” has been met with…
Draper Couple Warns Community About Suspicious Drone Encounter
Invasion of Privacy Raises Concerns A Draper couple, Drew and Lorene Joosten, are alerting their neighbors after a disturbing incident involving a drone outside their home. The drone, with its green lights pointed towards their windows, hovered for about two…
Duluth Police Use Drone to Locate Missing 12-Year-Old Girl
Quick Action and Drone Technology Lead to Safe Recovery A 12-year-old girl who threatened to run away from the Stowe Elementary School area in Duluth, Minnesota, was quickly located by police using a drone on Wednesday. The Duluth Police Department…
Robotic Police Dog Shot, Credited with Preventing Bloodshed
In a tense standoff in Barnstable, Massachusetts, a robotic police dog named Roscoe played a crucial role in apprehending an armed suspect while potentially saving human lives. The incident, which occurred on March 6, showcased the effectiveness of using advanced…