Police Drone Use: Explore the impact of drones in law enforcement. Stay informed on the latest news, trends, and regulations surrounding police drone use.
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…
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…
Ocean City has introduced a groundbreaking addition to its public safety arsenal with the deployment of advanced life-saving drones equipped with inflatable rescue tubes. These innovative devices, featuring Chinese-made DJI Matrice drones, began patrolling the skies above the city’s beaches…
The San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) has received a significant $9.4 million donation to expand its drone program, a move aimed at enhancing citywide surveillance and emergency response. Announced on June 5, 2025, by Mission Local, this funding will support…
On June 2, 2025, a routine traffic stop in Bennettsville, South Carolina, uncovered a sophisticated drone smuggling operation targeting Evans Correctional Institution, revealing the growing challenge of aerial Contraband delivery in correctional facilities, according to WYFF News 4. Drones in…
The Hong Kong Police Force has launched an expanded drone patrol program, targeting both rural borders and urban centers to boost crime detection. Reported by the South China Morning Post, this initiative highlights the growing role of drones in law…
DJI Drones in Castle Combe? Well, in this Cotswolds’ postcard-perfect village, that looks like it’s been plucked straight from Hogsmeade, with its honey-colored cottages and winding lanes so enchanting you half expect to spot Harry, Hermione, and Ron sipping butterbeer…
President Donald Trump’s upcoming executive orders, set to be signed next week, may drastically alter the U.S. drone market by potentially banning Chinese-made drones from companies like DJI and Autel. According to a recent Washington Post report, these orders aim…
On May 30, 2025, Parker Police in Colorado used a DJI Matrice drone to locate a missing child, demonstrating the value of aerial technology in search-and-rescue missions. After ground crews failed to find the child in a remote area, the…
Cleveland, Ohio, is taking a bold step toward modernizing emergency response by exploring the use of drones for fire and EMS 911 calls. The city has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to technology firms, inviting proposals for a “Drone…
On May 29, 2025, the Greenfield Police Department made history as the first in their county to deploy drones as First Responders, leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance emergency response capabilities. Using the DJI Dock and a modified DJI M30 drone,…
Highland Park Independent School District (ISD) in Texas recently hosted a demonstration by Campus Guardian Angels, an Austin-based startup, showcasing Drone Technology designed to address active shooter threats at University Park Elementary School. As a UAV and FPV pilot, I…
