Tag: drones

Technology
Congresswoman Reintroduces Legislation to Promote Use of American Made Police Drones
The Drones for First Responders (DFR) Act aims to address U.S. dependency on Chinese-controlled drones, which currently make up 90% of the drones used by American first responders.
June 6, 2025
Technology
California Officers Launch Drone at Scene to Takedown Burglary Suspect
Police say they arrived at the scene around 2:55 a.m., launched a drone, and saw the suspect walking away from the target vehicle, getting into a vehicle, and driving away.
October 23, 2024
Image captured by an Elk Grove, California, Police drone shows a vehicle burglary suspect trying to hide from officers.
Investigations
California Police Use Drone and BearCat to Rescue Kidnap Victim
Patrol officers, detectives with the General Investigations Unit (GIU), the Special Investigations Unit (SIU), and other on-duty personnel immediately responded with a BearCat armored vehicle.
March 25, 2024
Technology
San Francisco Voters Approve Police Drones, LPR, and Looser Pursuit Rules
The proposition—which was placed on the ballot by Mayor London Breed—needed a simple majority to pass. In initial returns, the measure was winning with nearly 62% of the vote.
March 6, 2024
Technology
California City Asks State Supreme Court to Review Ruling Over Release of Drone Footage
A 4th District Court of Appeal ruled that while much of the drone footage could be exempt, it was incorrect to rule that all the video footage could be considered tied to investigations.
January 22, 2024
Chula Vista, California, police officer operating drone.
Patrol
Florida Man Pleads Guilty to Shooting Down Sheriff’s Drone, Faces Up to 10 Years
His plea deal includes a damages payment of $29,034—the value of the drone—to the Lake County Sheriff’s Office and a possible 10-year federal prison term.
October 10, 2023
Booking photo of Wendell D. Goney taken in 2021 following his arrest over destruction of a Lake County Sheriff's drone.
Technology
First Look: Building a Better Police Drone
Brinc's new Lemur 2 is a versatile purpose-built tactical drone that can fly into buildings to quickly gather intelligence and help you communicate with suspects.
September 13, 2023
The Lemur 2 from Brinc is purpose built for tactical operations and is designed to fly indoors. One of the features is a glass breaker on the front of the drone so that it can fly through windows.
Technology
Philadelphia to Use Drones, More Metal Detectors to Secure Schools
School leaders intend to install gun detection systems in the dozen or so public middle schools. Metal detectors are already set up at district-operated high schools.
August 31, 2023
Technology
Axon Acquires Belgian Aerial and Ground Tactical Robot Producer
Sky-Hero's products will augment the existing Axon Air portfolio, which includes drone operations software and hardware from leading third-party providers and professional services, the company says.
July 17, 2023
Sky Hero Screenshot 2023 07 17 161836
Technology
Ascent AeroSystems’ Spirit UAV Now Available Through GSA
The Spirit UAV is a high-performance, multi-role aircraft designed and manufactured in the United States for a wide range of applications, including law enforcement operations and search and rescue.
May 16, 2023
Featured
FL Legislature Reconsidering Ban on First Responders' Use of Chinese-Made Drones
Gov. Ron DeSantis’ administration cited national security concerns in making the move. It had the consequence of grounding hundreds of DJI and other Chinese-made drones statewide.
April 13, 2023
Patrol
10 Tips for Starting a Drone as First Responder Program
Sgt. Dustin Bruzee, UAS/DFR supervisor at the Chula Vista Police Department, shares tips that can help any department that plans to start a Drone as First Responder Program.
March 17, 2023
The Chula Vista Police Department (CA) was the first agency to create a Drone as First Responder program and now other departments wanting to follow suit often reach out for advice.
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