Red Deer RCMP drone program already aiding officers on calls
Since its June 18 launch, the Red Deer RCMP's new aerial unit has been deployed to support officers responding to incidents across the city.
Why it matters
The program reflects a shift toward using drone technology to support policing and emergency response in Red Deer.
Red Deer RCMP officially launched its Drone as a First Responder Program on June 18, according to police. The initiative allows drones to be dispatched quickly to incidents, giving officers an aerial view before or during a response.
Police say the program has already been used to assist on calls in the weeks since its launch, marking what they describe as a significant step for the detachment's operations.
Further details on specific incidents or the scope of the program's use were not provided in the initial announcement.
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