Moped thieves in London may have a new nemesis swooping down from the sky – police drones. This week, Scotland Yard announced a preliminary plan to deploy drones across the city to stop the growing problem of moped theft. Reportedly, gangs are stealing the small motor bikes in order to commit drive-by shootings and armed robbery. The Metropolitan Police told British media … [Read more...] about Moped Thieves Beware! The Drones Are Coming
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Drones Save Lives of Missing People
In the majority of missing-person cases, time is often not on the side of police. Every hour that ticks by in a search decreases the probability the missing will be found. Often faced with treacherous weather and terrain conditions during a search, police are starting to see drone tech as the most effective solution when it comes to covering wide territory. It’s no … [Read more...] about Drones Save Lives of Missing People
Singapore Flies Cautiously into Security Drone Plan
Singapore’s leading homeland security agency is looking to the unmanned skies to bolster security efforts within its borders. Some analysts, however, warn that such a move not be taken lightly. In a recent report, Eurasia Review analyst Muhammad Faizal bin Abdul Rahman reported that the city nation’s parliament is debating the use of UAVs and that the Singapore Home Team may … [Read more...] about Singapore Flies Cautiously into Security Drone Plan
British Police Ramp Up Drone Purchases
British police agencies are keeping the “Game of Drones” alive and well as more departments deploy UAVs to fight crime and search for missing persons. The Constabulary of Durham recently applied for permission with Britain’s Civil Aviation Authority to deploy two drones. Officials want to use them for surveillance against organized crime elements as well as to monitor … [Read more...] about British Police Ramp Up Drone Purchases
Louisville Police Dream Big Drone Dreams
When most police departments seek government funds for drone buys, we’re talking between $1,000 and $10,000. The Louisville Metro Police Department says “Go big or go home.” Last week, Louisville Metro police Chief Steve Conrad asked the Metro Council’s budget committee for $80,000 to buy a high-end (but unnamed) model. The department wants a drone that boasts … [Read more...] about Louisville Police Dream Big Drone Dreams
