Launching: Drone as First Responder

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Launching: Drone as First Responder
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The Portland Police Bureau, in partnership with the Gresham Police Department, is launching a Drone as First Responder pilot program aimed at improving public safety, getting the right first responder to the call, and de-escalating situations. Two of GPD’s unmanned aerial systems (drones) have been installed on the roof of PPB’s East Precinct and will respond directly to certain emergency calls. East Precinct is located at 737 SE 106th Ave, Portland. Full press release here: https://www.portland.gov/police/news/2025/9/4/ppb-launches-drone-first-responder-pilot-program