NYPD Expands Drone Program to Enhance Citywide Patrols

The initiative aims to improve response times and officer safety by deploying drones across multiple precincts.

Mayor Eric Adams announced the expansion of the NYPD's 'Drones as First Responders' program, now covering additional precincts in Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Central Park.
The drone program, operational since June, has been deployed over 2,300 times, assisting in various emergency situations, including gunshot responses and missing person searches.
Drones are equipped with thermal sensors and provide live feeds to trained NYPD personnel, allowing for real-time scene assessments and faster response coordination.
City officials cite successful interventions, such as preventing a potential tragedy involving a child in the Bronx, as evidence of the program's effectiveness.
The initiative is part of a broader effort to integrate technology into law enforcement, with city officials highlighting its potential to enhance public safety and operational efficiency.