Police Drone Program
Summary
Alameda County is testing drones as the first responders to 911 calls instead of police officers. This new approach could completely change how public safety and emergency response work right in your neighborhood.
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Impact analysis
While buying and maintaining drones costs money, it could eventually save taxpayer dollars by reducing the need for costly vehicle dispatches and officer overtime.
Residents benefit from significantly faster emergency response times and officers who arrive with a better understanding of the situation.
Privacy advocates and citizens concerned about constant aerial surveillance might feel uneasy about drones monitoring their neighborhoods.
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