MURFREESBORO, Tenn. (WGNS News) – Drones are becoming increasingly popular among police and fire departments across the country, and several Tennessee cities are testing the unmanned aircraft to determine whether they are a practical fit for local emergency response operations. Murfreesboro Police Chief Michael Bowen stated…
Some departments in larger cities, including Nashville, are in the middle of active trial programs. The Metro Nashville Police Department is using three drones during 45 flight days to respond to police and fire calls for service. By the end of this month, the department will have participated in its Drone as First Responder, or DFR, trial for nine full weeks.
In many instances, authorities are finding that a drone can arrive at or above an incident before officers reach the scene. That early aerial view can provide real-time information and help guide a safer and more effective response…