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Louisiana Pioneers Drone Defense Law, Empowering Local Police to Neutralize Threats
Louisiana has become the first U.S. state to authorize local law enforcement to intercept and disable drones posing credible threats to public safety.
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Drone-as-first-responder programs, pursuit footage, evidence policy, and the departments putting UAS on patrol.
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Chinese Signal Jammers Smuggled into U.S. Threaten Police and First Responder Drones
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a stark warning about a surge in Chinese-made signal jammers being smuggled into the United States, raising concerns for drone operators, particularly law enforcement and first responders, reports The Washington Times. According to a DHS statement, smuggling of these devices has skyrocketed by 830% since 2021, posing…
Police
Haitian Drone Strikes Target Gang Leaders, Spark Legal Controversy
In Haiti’s capital, Port-au-Prince, drones armed with explosives have become the government’s latest weapon against gang leaders controlling over 80% of the city. A recent video released by the Haitian police showed explosions raining from the sky, signaling a high-stakes offensive to reclaim the streets. However, The NY Times reports that the Royal Canadian Mounted…
Skydio
How Drones Played a Key Role in Capturing a Minnesota Manhunt Suspect
Drones proved instrumental in a high-stakes manhunt in Minnesota, helping law enforcement capture a suspect after a two-day search involving over 100 officers. The New York Times reported that Vance Boelter, 57, was apprehended late Sunday night, June 15, 2025, in a field near Green Isle, Minnesota, after a massive operation that spanned roughly 1…
Skydio
NYPD Deploys Skydio Drone to Monitor No Kings Protests on Fifth Avenue
On June 14, 2025, the New York City Police Department (NYPD) utilized a Skydio X10 drone to oversee crowds during the No Kings protests along Fifth Avenue, marking a significant moment in urban drone surveillance. Amid ongoing demonstrations against President Trump and his administration, the NYPD’s Technical Assistance Response Unit (TARU), a specialized team focused…
Police
Silicon Valley Billionaires Fund Police Drones, Push to Ban Chinese Giant DJI
Silicon Valley investors are reshaping the U.S. drone landscape, funding police fleets with American-made drones while lobbying to ban Chinese manufacturer DJI, which dominates 90% of the U.S. consumer and public-safety drone market, according to Bard College research. This dual strategy aims to boost domestic drone makers like Skydio and curb DJI’s influence amid national…
Skydio
Santa Fe Police Seek 2025 Drone Program Expansion Amid Privacy Debates
As of June 2025, the Santa Fe Police Department is preparing to request City Council approval for a $500,000 upgrade to its drone program, aiming to deploy Skydio’s advanced unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) to enhance policing efficiency, according to details from The New Mexican. The initiative, which includes “drone as first responder” capabilities, promises faster…
Police
Oregon’s Senate Bill 238A Sparks Privacy Concerns Over Drone Surveillance
In Oregon, Senate Bill 238A, currently under review, is stirring controversy by proposing to ease restrictions on law enforcement drone use, potentially reducing court oversight for surveillance. The bill, which passed the Senate with Democratic support, has drawn sharp criticism from privacy advocates and community groups who fear it could erode civil liberties, reports KATU…
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