(Getty Images) NYPD to fly rescue drones over city beaches this summer The New York City Police Department plans to equip aerial drones with floatation devices to help swimmers in distress. Feb 21, 2024 By Keely Quinlan
(Getty Images) ‘Drones as first responders’ programs need guardrails, says ACLU A new paper from the ACLU claims more law enforcement agencies are using drones and that safeguards are needed to prevent privacy overreach. Jul 28, 2023 By Keely Quinlan
Drones that automatically investigate gunfire may soon swarm in Louisville The city has requested permission to operate the aircraft beyond visual line of sight, as allowed by an experimental "innovation zone" program started by the Trump administration. Feb 7, 2018
New York’s first police drone program takes flight A fleet of 18 aerial drones will be used to improve officer safety and reduce reliance on helicopters and other aircraft. Jan 19, 2018 By Jason Shueh
Public disapproval flares against 2nd LAPD drone proposal Residents of Los Angeles say the city's police department hasn't established the requisite trust to use the technology, even for tactical operations. Aug 30, 2017
Police drones will monitor traffic at the New York State Fair In a last-minute announcement, Gov. Andrew Cuomo says the technology's first use at the state fair will help keep traffic moving smoothly. Aug 22, 2017
As drones become a norm in police work, one California law agency explains why it bought in A new report shows that 2016 was a banner year for police drone purchasing. Police in Chula Vista share why the technology is so alluring. Apr 10, 2017