New reports suggest the Met Police is considering deploying drones to help catch dangerous drivers on the capital’s roads.
Devon and Cornwall Police started to use drones to record dangerous driving and catch offenders in April. However, no other forces have so far introduced them.
Speaking to My London, the Met Police said it is deliberating on the technology.
A spokesperson for the Met Police said: “The use of this tactic is being kept under consideration. However, the MPS currently isn’t deploying drones to target dangerous drivers.”
The news follows calls from technology firm Road Angel for all UK police forces to start using drones.
Road Angel says drones have “the potential to transform UK roads and reduce accidents and fatalities”.
Gary Digva, founder of Road Angel, said: “The drone initiative has already proved successful and useful for Devon and Cornwall police forces, so the delay in introducing it nationwide is disappointing.
“Not only does the technology help police to find and punish dangerous drivers, but it will also deter them from driving recklessly knowing they are more likely to be caught.”
10 August 2023