Drones
The Police1 Drones topic page contains news and resources to help you find the right equipment and applications for your police drone program. Research features, learn key considerations when developing drone policies and more.
Let’s examine an emerging need for drones to support detectives in the field and some potential solutions
Police drone use is increasing, making it essential for agencies to adopt a sound law enforcement drone policy governing their use
Launching or expanding a drone program requires meticulous planning and forethought
With the DFR program, LVMPD is taking the next step to make them one of the most technologically advanced police agencies in the country
Rise DFR Village ensures that participants receive training that mirrors real-life situations, utilizing the latest drone technology
Mike Coyne said he’s helped more than 50 families since last year with his drone service
FoxFury lights the way for Hillsboro’s first responders with generous donation
Enhancing law enforcement capabilities through technology
Elk Grove Special Operations Lt. Nate Lange highlighted Aerodome’s potential to improve the city’s aerial operations
Featuring the DJI Matrice 3D/3TD drone, the DJI Dock 2 is simple to install and deploy
Tracy police deployed a BearCat Armored Recovery Vehicle and a drone to respond to a kidnapping where the victim was held at gunpoint by two individuals at a home
LiveOps integrates live streaming, two-way communications, fleet and evidence management into a single platform
Launched in 2023, the Skydio X10 was specifically designed for first responders
Through community partnerships, agency leaders can make choices on UAS deployment that match the needs of their community
Mayor London Breed, who placed the measures on the ballot, celebrated early success after Propositions E and F had commanding leads in partial returns from March 5 voting
The governor also announced a $50 million investment into police equipment, including license plate readers, drones and helicopters to fight auto theft
Fremont becomes the first city to implement a drone as first responder program in both its police and fire departments
Calif. police negotiate the peaceful surrender of a suspect involved in a shooting and child abduction case
Potential uses of the findings include wildfire fighting
DFR programs can improve response efficiency, address workforce limitations and contribute to de-escalation efforts, in addition to other benefits
FEDS initial purchase of eBee VISION represents a first in the Middle East
This technology ushers in a new level of efficiency and safety in critical situations invaluable to cops on the ground
The drone’s features are specially calibrated for outdoor search-and-rescue and first-responder cases
Organizations will work together to support the growing Drone as First Responder (DFR) initiative
The man had broken into at least two businesses and threatened to kill at least three people, including his parents, before barricading himself inside an apartment
The Chula Vista PD was taken to court after it withheld all drone footage under a California Public Record Act exemption that allows investigative material to remain confidential
“I could hear his screams … my priority was to save this man. To get him out as soon as possible,” Officer Truong said
“I’m going to be steadfast in making sure our policies provide the safeguards to protect your privacy as well as mine,” Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick said. “As well as every member of this police department”
