Hong Kong police to expand drone patrols to Peak, Cheung Chau, Lamma Island

Hong Kong police will expand drone patrols to all major police regions starting Friday, including The Peak, Cheung Chau, and Lamma Island. This second phase of drone deployment aims to enhance crime prevention, crowd control, and traffic monitoring. The selected locations present more complex terrain, denser populations, and increased signal sources compared to existing patrol areas. Both automatic and manually controlled drones will be used based on operational needs and crime trends. Manual drone patrols will also extend to urban areas, covering Central, Sau Mau Ping, Yuen Long, and Tsuen Wan, representing one district in each major land-based police region. The expansion seeks to test drone capabilities in diverse policing scenarios and improve coordination with ground officers.

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