The NYPD will be the first department in the nation with permission to launch drones remotely from 1 Police Plaza toward ...

It alleviates if not eradicates those responding officers walking into a surprise situation.” Adams said the drones will ...

The new satellite command will provide additional policing to the northeast section of Queens, which has seen an increase in population in recent years.

“This is the NYPD shielding its officer. This is a perfect example of the blue wall. And that’s dangerous for all of us.” Lt.

Adams and police said the expanded Drones As First Responders program will help officers respond faster and more efficiently, plus increase cops’ safety.

Drones will now patrol the sky above Central Park, as well as neighborhoods in Brooklyn and the Bronx, officials said on ...