Drones Set to Take on Bigger Role in LAPD Emergency Response

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Drones set to take on bigger role in LAPD emergency response

Drones could soon become a more common tool in how the Los Angeles Police Department responds to emergencies. Under a new policy approved Tuesday, June 24, LAPD officers are now authorized to deploy drones during routine emergency calls, marking a significant expansion of the department’s use of unmanned aircraft. Major policy shift in drone use Previously, LAPD drone use was limited to high-risk or tactical situations. Commissioners previously …

LAPD allowed to use drones as 'first responders' under new program

LOS ANGELES — Citing successes other police departments across the country have seen using drones, the Los Angeles Police Commission said it would allow the LAPD to deploy unmanned aircraft on routine emergency calls.

Cincinnati Police Deploy Expensive Skydio Drones to Enhance Public Safety by 2025

Cincinnati’s Police department has launched a drone program featuring expensive Skydio drones to strengthen public safety and tackle rising crime, aiming to cover 90% of the city by the end of 2025. Announced on June 24, 2025, by Police Chief Teresa Theetge, the initiative uses unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to assist investigations, manage traffic incidents, […] The post Cincinnati Police Deploy Expensive Skydio Drones to Enhance Public Safety…

Flock Safety and the Future of DFR Technology, on the Drone Radio Show

Don’t miss Flock Safety on the Drone Radio Show!  Brett Kanda, Director of DFR Program Sales shares insights on the company’s innovative Drone as First Responder program and how this cutting-edge technology is helping local law enforcement agencies enhance public safety and fight crime more effectively. Listen here: Brett Kanda is Director of Drone as […] The post Flock Safety and the Future of DFR Technology, on the Drone Radio Show appeared fi…