The Brief
- The St. Cloud Police Department unveiled its drone first responder unit.
- Police say drones can help first responders make more informed decisions.
- The total cost of the drone unit – over 5 years – is $890,000.
ST. Cloud, Fla. – St. Cloud joined a small unit of Florida police agencies to launch a drone first responder unit.
The St. Cloud Police Department announced on Dec. 2 that it launched its drone first responder unit with the objective of enhancing emergency response times and increasing the safety of the public and of first responders.
‘A game changer’: Why does St. Cloud need drone first responders?
What we know:
St. Cloud Police said while it has used drones for over a decade, it often required officers to carry and deploy drone equipment – which takes them away from the scene. …