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Police Drones Given Green Light in New Orleans ? ?? Exciting news from Louisiana as the Department of Justice, alongside the New Orleans consent decree monitor, has officially approved the use of drones by the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD). This landmark decision comes after nearly a year of deliberation, and marks a significant step towards innovative policing in the city. Superintendent Anne Kirkpatrick emphasized that the new drone policy was carefully designed with the community's privacy rights at heart. These drones are set to be deployed in specific scenarios, offering a "more efficient, cost-effective, and safer alternative" to traditional methods. Despite concerns from local groups about privacy and effectiveness, the NOPD assures that the policy includes robust safeguards to protect citizens' rights. The approval from both the Department of Justice and the Office of the Consent Decree Monitor underscores the policy's strength and the NOPD's commitment to transparency and accountability. Drones will be used to gather aerial footage and images to aid investigations, adhering to strict Federal Aviation Administration regulations and NOPD policies. However, don't expect drones buzzing around Mardi Gras this year—the NOPD has no plans to deploy them during the 2024 festivities. It's great to see more and more organizations adopting forward-thinking approach to law enforcement, to enhance public safety while respecting individual rights. A big win for the NOPD and the community of New Orleans! #drones #dronetechnology #technology #neworleans #entrepreneurship #startup #leadership

Arizona Law Enforcement to Implement Drones in Emergency Response The Scottsdale Police Department in Arizona is poised to be the first in the United States to use drones as first responders in emergency situations. Developed by Aerodome in collaboration with Flock Safety, these drones can be deployed quickly to assess incidents such as AMBER alerts or stolen vehicles in just 90 seconds. With real-time monitoring capabilities, the drones will provide first responders with aerial views of emergencies, enabling a more efficient response time compared to the current average of over seven minutes. This partnership aims to ease the burden on public safety resources while providing essential aerial support to law enforcement. The deployment of these drones reflects a growing trend, with over 1,500 police departments across the country already using drone technology in various roles, highlighting the need for robust privacy protections. https://lnkd.in/gcSJM7P8 ? #ScottsdalePolice #DroneTechnology #ArizonaEmergencyResponse #AerialSupport #FirstInUSA ? Image Credit: Pixabay

Should Utility and Power companies ? invest in drone detection and tracking technology, respond to drone incursions, write policies and procedures for drone response and coordinate with local law enforcement? Or can they close their eyes and hope that no drones will be flown near powerstations? This recent whitepaper gives a good background on the possible threats and mitgations. #CUAS #GuardFromAbove #Powerstations https://lnkd.in/e2nx8VMV

Defense companies should specially start looking at this issue. My bet... as (small and autonomous) drone detection will still be a tough business in the short and medium term (3-5 years?), #camouflage, #concealment, #deception and #GNSS denial systems will be needed to protect their premises and buildings. Maybe solutions like #kallistoShield, originally developed to conceal military vehicles will be useful here.

https://lnkd.in/g3Biz_-r I heard great things about last year's conference. Drones as First Responders is an interesting concept, and I look forward to learning how other Law enforcement agencies are using drones to enhance public safety.

The future of crime prevention is here.?Flock Safety has officially acquired Aerodome as part of our ongoing mission to eliminate crime and shape safer communities.With drones, law enforcement can respond to an incident in seconds, provide real-time views, and help de-escalate dangerous situations before law enforcement arrives. Aerodome has by far the best DFR software on the planet. With the integration of drones into our world-class ability to develop hardware, software, and computer vision, we’re positioning ourselves to provide an even stronger toolset to law enforcement—tools that not only help solve crimes, but prevent them. And we plan to develop a fleet of American-made, National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)-compliant drones, within the next 12 months.The future of public safety is here! https://lnkd.in/eewMV_-x

Navigating the shift from traditional to tech-driven policing? Our latest flipbook explores the myriad ways drones enhance situational awareness, improve response times, and ensure officer and community safety. Inside, you’ll find: ? A cost-benefit analysis of crewed vs uncrewed aircraft ? Two compelling customer stories showcasing real-world success ? An agency comparison chart to visualize how other agencies are running their drone programs ? A detailed guide to funding your drone program, making implementation accessible ?? Curious about the potential impact on your operations? Explore the flipbook now and see why drones are more than just a smart choice—they're a necessity in modern law enforcement. ?? https://lnkd.in/gUQV5iUK #dronesforgood #DroneTechnology #PublicSafety #LawEnforcementTech

#DisruptiveTech Green light for cop drones: The New York Police Department (NYPD) ???? will soon improve its crime-fighting efforts with the Drone as First Responder (DFR) pilot program. Announced by NYPD Deputy Commissioner of Operations Kaz Daughtry, the program will deploy UAVs in response to specific 911 calls for serious crimes in progress, such as shootings, robberies, and missing persons. UAVs will launch from five precincts: the 48th Precinct in the Bronx, the 67th, 71st and 75th Precincts in Brooklyn, and Central Park, New York. The UAVs will provide real-time video and telemetry to officers to enhance situational awareness and safety. “The information provided by DFR will be shared with responding officers. It will enhance officers’ situational awareness as they arrive on scene, promote officer safety, and help us deploy resources more effectively,” Daughtry said. The NYPD uses 85 UAVs for various tasks, including monitoring major events and inspecting structural stability after accidents. Despite a 400% increase in UAV use last year, Daughtry emphasized they cannot be used for “warrantless surveillance” or “traffic enforcement.” #police #policedrones #uav #lawenforcement #nypd Campaign Catapult, Pravo Consulting

Demand for the US Coast Guard’s services has never been higher. However, the service’s own analysis estimates that there are only enough cutters to complete 6 out of its 11 statutory missions. Integrating unmanned assets into Coast Guard operations and arming the skilled workforce with state-of-the-art autonomous technology enables every cutter, small boat station, and sector to effect operations with heightened efficiency and precision. These added capabilities—partnered with a maintained maritime domain awareness (MDA), persistent global intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR), and increased maritime law enforcement presence will allow the Coast Guard to optimize its use of manned assets to ensure freedom and safety at sea. The Coast Guard has already successfully deployed unmanned aerial systems (UAS) on board cutters. However, unmanned surface vessel (USV) development has lagged. These surface vessels operate remotely under human control or entirely in an autonomous state. Both configurations reduce manning requirements while maintaining necessary law enforcement presence and building MDA. USVs have extended endurance and range compared to traditional assets. They do not require habitability spaces and can thus carry larger payloads or additional fuel. Further, they can integrate with manned assets to increase sensor range and can act as a communication tether for cases far offshore. Finally, USVs have a lower lifetime operating cost than traditional vessels. Additional capabilities can easily expand to launching a tethered quad copter from a USV to increase height of eye when attempting to locate a distressed person in the water or an illicit target.

A new report predicts that by 2030, 30% of commercial drones will be dedicated to public safety applications. ??? Currently, public safety agencies are using drones for tasks such as search and rescue missions, crime scene investigations, and fire suppression efforts. These unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) provide crucial aerial data and visuals that empower first responders to make quicker, more informed decisions in the field. What are the implications for your company? Law enforcement, fire departments, and emergency management teams can all benefit from drone integration. Gaining a bird's-eye view of a situation can lead to faster response times, improved situational awareness, and reduced risk for first responders. The widespread adoption of drones will undoubtedly act as a catalyst for change across various industries. Their impact will be felt in areas we may not even anticipate yet. ?? #dronetechnology #publicsafety #bvlos