CT police force uses drones to enforce social distancing

In Westport, Connecticut, officers are now using drones to make sure people aren't getting too close to each other.

News 12 Staff

Apr 22, 2020, 11:11 AM

Updated 1,468 days ago

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One of the region’s police department is looking to technology to enforce social distancing during the pandemic.
In Westport, Connecticut, officers are now using drones to make sure people aren't getting too close to each other.
The drone use is part of the department's "Flattening the Curve" pilot program.
The drones can even spot things like body temperature and illness.
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