Drug crimes help partially fund a new drone for Carlisle police

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Drug crimes help partially fund a new drone for Carlisle police

CARLISLE, Iowa -- The Carlisle Police Department now has some new gear that's helping elevate its efforts to the sky, and it was partially funded by criminals. The department used money through drug forfeiture, which allows police to obtain and eventually use assets from criminals violating the law. Carlisle Police say this new drone will benefit public safety through its capabilities. Officials say new Iowa tax bill penalizes growing co…