But if they could assess the situation first, a more appropriate response can be planned.
The innovative approach is intended to help law enforcement keep pace with the county’s booming population growth.
The drone has a camera mounted up front alongside lights possibly used to illuminate scenes at night.
The footage is relayed to a remote control with an embedded screen.
But this dedicated 911 response program represents a major escalation in their utilization.
The concept of deploying drones as first responders has been taking off with police departments across the country.
More recently, Colorado expressedinterestin the idea too.
They can also deliver life-saving medical supplies.
Not everyone is excited to see drones patrolling neighborhoods.
Civil liberties groups have raised alarms about the privacy implications of these airborne surveillance programs.
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