At a press conference, Mayor Eric Adams claimed the NYPD's drone program has saved 114 lives this year, despite recent tragic fatalities. The drone footage illustrates the alarming trend of reckless subway surfing among mainly young individuals, demonstrating both the danger involved and the necessity of such safety measures.
The NYPD has conducted around 900 drone flights since launching their aerial program, focusing on catching and deterring subway surfers by showing alarming footage to their parents.
Kaz Daughtry, the deputy commissioner of operations, expressed concern over the popular 7 line, referring to it as the go-to line for surfers due to its stunning views, and emphasized the importance of the drone program.
Mayor Adams remarked, 'This is an inexpensive way of handling the expense of losing a loved one or a child,' highlighting the need for innovative technology in preventing dangerous activities.
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