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LAPD drone program assisting in pursuits, locating missing persons
Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk Nic Garcia , as published by FOX 11 Los Angeles (KTTV)
· August 13, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The drones have been deployed over 9,800 times, demonstrating their frequent use.
The Los Angeles Police Department has been utilizing a drone program to assist in various operations. This program has been in place for a year now. The drones have been deployed over 9,800 times, demonstrating their frequent use.
In a significant number of instances, they arrive at the scene before patrol officers. Further information about the program's specifics and outcomes can be found through the LAPD's reports, which highlight the drones' effectiveness in certain situations, such as pursuits and locating missing persons.
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Category: local Published: August 13, 2026 Source: FOX 11 Los Angeles (KTTV) Reading time: 1 min
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