Drone Makes First Arrest in Memphis

Memphis police made history when their new drone program snagged its first arrest—spotting a fleeing suspect mid-break-in, tracking him through the streets, and leading to a high-speed chase that ended with a bust inside a black Audi packed with marijuana and a digital scale. The drone, deployed from the Real-Time Crime Center before officers even arrived, captured clear visuals of the suspect’s face and license plate, helping officers intercept him just as he exited the apartment complex. Twenty-three-year-old Isaiah Butler now faces multiple charges, including possession with intent to sell. This “Drone As First Responder” initiative, launched May 1, can launch in under two minutes—revolutionizing how police respond and gather intel in real time. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f3defebd6fd2905a