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59 drones were seized by authorities in LA during World Cup, FBI says
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Rob Hayes , as published by ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC)
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The World Cup, which lasted 39 days, saw a significant number of drones seized by the FBI.
In Los Angeles , authorities took action against illegal drone use during a recent major sporting event. The World Cup, which lasted 39 days, saw a significant number of drones seized by the FBI. The total number of drones seized was 59.
These seizures occurred because the drones were allegedly flown in restricted airspace, which is against the law. Further information about the seizures and the actions taken by the FBI can be found through local news sources, including ABC7 Los Angeles.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 30, 2026 ·
Source: ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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