NYPD Considering Drone Surveillance in Central Park Amid Rising Robbery Rates

The New York Police Department (NYPD) is exploring the possibility of deploying drones to surveil Central Park in response to a significant spike in robberies. According to recent reports, the number of robberies in Central Park has surged by 200 percent compared to the same period last year, prompting law enforcement to consider new strategies to enhance public safety.

The proposed use of drones is part of a broader effort by the NYPD to address the alarming rise in crime within the park, which has long been a popular destination. . .