Peter T. Akemann, co-founder of Treyarch, pleaded guilty to a serious oversight where his drone struck a firefighting plane during the LA fires. As part of a plea deal, he will avoid jail time by completing 150 hours of community service focused on wildfire relief, in addition to paying a $65,000 fine for the damages incurred. US Attorney Joseph McNally emphasized the risks posed by drones in emergency situations, while Akemann expressed remorse for his actions. The gaming community's response included support for firefighters from major companies like Riot Games and Sony.
A co-founder of the Call of Duty studio Treyarch, Peter T. Akemann, pleaded guilty for striking a firefighting plane with a drone during the LA fires.
The incident led to a plea deal that includes 150 hours of community service in wildfire relief and a $65,000 fine for Akemann.
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