Video roundup: Police drones in action

Police drone technology has a staggering amount of applications. Here's a roundup of UAS footage that captures how drones help law enforcement

By Police1 Staff

The sky is truly the limit for police UAS technology, which already has been used in numerous different law enforcement capacities, from standoffs to suspect pursuit to accident investigation to rescue operations. Here’s a roundup of footage of law enforcement drones in action.

Natural disaster RESPONSE

A bird's-eye view: Here is drone video of what some of the flooding looks like in our area. pic.twitter.com/CLivu4Q0Un
— Cincinnati Police Department (@CincyPD) March 5, 2021

Law enforcement

Police drone footage captured the moment dozens of Covidiots fled a drug and booze-fuelled house party during a raid.

Seven officers were injured when revellers pelted them with bottles as they turned up to disperse the illegal gathering in Mapperley, Nottingham, pic.twitter.com/Qpkl5ZgBTJ
— London & UK Crime (@CrimeLdn) March 4, 2021

Search and Rescue

The moment #LancPolDrones Drone Team guided @PendlePolice Response officers to 3 13 year olds who had got lost on Pendle Hill in rapidly declining temperatures. The Drone was used as a guiding light for the youths to follow towards safety. All 3 successfully rescued. @LancsPCC pic.twitter.com/qH3eS8zfFR
— Lancs Police Tac Ops (@LancsTacOps) March 8, 2021

Situational awareness

Suspect pursuit

Video: Amazing drone footage shows police chasing suspect through Nottingham gardens
Video: Amazing drone footage shows police chasing suspect through Nottingham gardens Full story here: https://westbridgfordwire.com/video-amazing-drone-footage-shows-police-chasing-suspect-through-nottingham-gardens/
Posted by West Bridgford Wire News on Tuesday, May 19, 2020