Council urged to use new technology to tackle social issues
Calls are being made for Local authorities to be able to use the latest technology in the fight against anti-social behaviour, illegal dumping and dog fouling. It’s being reported today that Council officials will soon be able to use drone-mounted cameras to identify illegal dumpers. A new code of practice…
Search volunteers in Grange requested not to use drones
Searches are continuing for a young man who is missing from Grange. 22-year-old David Slanina was last seen when he left his home at around 4:30pm on Saturday. Over the last number of days a large number of people have volunteered in the ongoing multi-agency search which has…
Sanctions to be imposed on those found guilty of illegal drone use
The Transport Minister’s promising to crack down on illegal drone use. Operations had to be suspended at Dublin Airport on three separate occasions over the Bank Holiday due to activity in the air space. Among those impacted by the delays were the Leitrim Gaelic Senior Football team that…
Leitrim councillor says drones now being used by criminals in rural areas
Drones are now being used by thieves and burglars to see what farmers and householders have in their yards and gardens, this week’s meeting of the Leitrim Joint Policing Committee heard. It’s the latest example of modern technology being used by criminals. And it’s a particular concern in rural areas…