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Eyes in the Sky: The Evolving Landscape of Drone Surveillance in Prisons As technology advances, so does its impact on the security landscape of correctional facilities. Join me in an exploration of the unfolding chapter of drone surveillance, unraveling its role in enhancing security protocols within prisons. Operational Challenges: Operational efficiency suffers with the surge in drone activity above prison airspace. Understaffed teams face overwhelming distractions, increasing workload and jeopardizing our ability to maintain secure environments. Both staff and inmates are at heightened risk. Security Challenges: Drones pose a new set of challenges for prisons. From dropping contraband to surveying facilities, this technology poses a threat that requires an urgent solution. Failure to act swiftly could compromise safety and heighten existing vulnerabilities. Psychological Challenges: The psychological toll of drone threats is palpable among staff and inmates alike. Heightened vigilance breeds mistrust and insecurity, amplifying tensions and undermining rehabilitation efforts. What potential benefits or challenges do you envision as we navigate this evolving security landscape? #DroneSurveillance #PrisonSecurity #SecurityProtocols #EmergingTechnology #ThoughtLeadership #InnovationInSecurity #AirMatrix #digitalinfrastructure

An efficient and effective counter UAS system is critical to the safety and security of both the personel working within the facility and the inmates themselves. Unfortunately, getting these systems into the right place at the right time is plagued by Government Buracracy, and lack of understanding. Specifically in the areas of the Radio Communications Act and the methodology of procurement, which need to be amended to allow for the tools of the 21st century to be utilized to deal with these threats.

Interesting news from my home province, British Columbia: The correctional service says it currently lacks the 'legal authority' to use drone-jamming technology but is exploring both the 'legal processes and feasibility' of eventually using the tech. There is a great opportunity for CUAS, UAV, and UAS SMEs to support correctional services, as well as a wider opportunity for Canada to discuss and collaborate to ensure geocaging, geofencing, regulations, legislation, policies, and powers (among other things) are in place to advance security within prisons and beyond. Separately, I have seen how prisons in Southeast Asia have combated drone smuggling into prisons, as well as drones flying into sensitive and/or populated urban areas. A collaborative effort across industry, coupled with informed, competent, and efficient decision-making, helps drive advancement for 21st century issues.

The innovative use of drones has not been limited to legitimate commercial activities; it's also presenting a new security nightmare for correctional facilities globally. These unmanned aerial vehicles, conventionally seen as tools of convenience, have been repurposed by criminals to smuggle contraband into prisons. From drugs to cell phones and weapons, these aerial deliveries are a growing concern and an illegal trend posing a severe challenge to prison security. Drones offer smugglers an easy and low-risk method to breach the secured perimeters of prisons. Bypassing walls and guards, they've transformed the once-rare incidents into a persistent threat worldwide. In numerous regions like California and Canada, there have been arrests and numerous sightings of drones, indicative of organized and frequent contraband deliveries. As the problem escalates, correctional institutions are countering with innovative technologies. Anti-drone systems, advanced detection radars, and legal repercussions for perpetrators are in development and implementation. Companies like Sentrycs and Blue VEC Technology are on the forefront, creating solutions to not just detect drones, but also identify and neutralize them. However, these measures are not without their challenges. Rapidly advancing drone technology is in a cat-and-mouse race with countermeasures, and legal complications arise when counter-drone activities intersect with federal laws. It's a complex dance of innovation and regulation, requiring adaptation and international cooperation. As we peer into the future of prison security, it is clear that the issues surrounding drone deliveries are more than a transient concern. The industry must evolve swiftly, leveraging technological innovation and legislative support to mitigate this threat. It's a multi-faceted battle that involves safeguarding the integrity and safety of correctional facilities and all those connected to them. The continued rise of drone deliveries to prisons underscores a critical juncture for security professionals everywhere – the urgency to adapt, overcome, and stay ahead in this airborne battle against contraband. Sources: dedrone.com, airsight.com, flyingmag.com, https://lnkd.in/dSBTJgr3

This is a very interesting article on how bureaucracy is getting in the way of the safety of CSC personel and inmates. The technology exists to keep drones out of prisons, it is readily available and has been trialed and proven. The safety of CSC personel and the inmates is being blocked by government bureaucracy to revamp old legislation to reflect the existing and emerging technologies. https://lnkd.in/eD7thpAH

Its quite shocking to read the statistics in this report concerning assaults on our prison officers. As like Policing, these officers turn up to simply do their job and want to return home safely to their families and friends. Since leaving the Police I've always tried to work with companies that can do their part in trying to keep our public sector workers safe. We already know drones play a role in bringing in contraband to our prison estate, but they also have the ability to bring in weapons. For me, having the capability to stop this from happening is key. #counterdrone #cuas #prisons #prisonservice #protection #publicsectorsafety

How do we keep our correctional facilities safe? From advanced surveillance to strategic control measures, discover how #technology is reshaping #safety within prison systems. Read more here: https://buff.ly/3U1Byze #PrisonSecurity #DroneSafety #CUAS #TechInnovation

Are Counter-Drone/UAV/UAS State Regulations loopholes allowing criminal activities (e.g. prison smuggling) to spread? This massive smuggling operation discovered in Georgia exposes UAV/Drone loopholes and is being carefully watched! Counter Uncrewed Aerial Vehicle/Systems (UAV/UAS) & Counter Drone technology is only permitted by federal agencies in specific circumstances, making it easier for criminals to enter secure areas with drones/UAVs. "In a significant crackdown named Operation Skyhawk, authorities in Georgia have dismantled what is believed to be the largest smuggling operation within the state’s correctional system. The operation has led to the arrest of 150 individuals, including eight prison employees, under accusations of smuggling drugs, weapons, and other contraband into prisons using drones." "The operation spotlighted a Gwinnett County drone repair shop, Thunder Drones, owned by Robert Schwartz. Schwartz, along with an employee, Nelda Alber, were arrested as part of the investigation. The Georgia Department of Corrections (GDC) agents executed raids on both the shop and Schwartz’s residence, seizing over 50 drones suspected of being used in the smuggling operations." " Over 1,000 criminal charges have been filed, highlighting the extensive nature of the smuggling ring which spanned across multiple states and involved a complex network of inmates, their associates, and GDC employees. The 16-month-long investigation revealed a sophisticated operation where drones were primarily used to smuggle tobacco, marijuana, ecstasy, methamphetamine, cocaine, opioids, and pills, some containing fentanyl, into the prisons. This operation also led to the confiscation of dozens of weapons and over 400 cellphones." "This case has drawn attention to the critical role of internal and external cooperation in combating contraband smuggling within the prison system. With charges ranging from drug trafficking and possession of firearms by convicted felons to violations of the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act and participating in criminal gang activity, the legal proceedings following these arrests will be closely watched." #uavcounter #dronecounter #uavdroneregulations https://lnkd.in/eGAkAx9X

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The UK Government has introduced new legislation to establish 400-meter 'no-fly zones' around prisons and young offender institutions to combat prison smuggling via drones. The law, effective from January 25, 2024, makes it an automatic offence to fly drones within these zones. This change is significant as police were previously only able to act if there was evidence of contraband being smuggled. Violators face fines up to £2,500, and those caught smuggling illicit items could face up to ten years in prison. This crackdown comes in response to the doubling of drone sightings and captures in prison grounds between 2019 and 2021. The measure aims to disrupt criminal gangs and their drug supply routes, enhancing prison security and reducing violence and criminality. The initiative is part of a broader £100 million investment in prison security, which includes advanced x-ray security, drug detection dogs, and trace detection equipment. Over 500 drones have been intercepted or sighted around prisons in England and Wales from 2019 to 2021. Since June 2016, over 70 drone-related convictions have been secured, amounting to a total of 240 years in prison sentences. Additional measures include deploying over 600 search dogs and recruiting 160 counter-corruption personnel to strengthen prison security further. Requests for exemptions to operate drones within these restricted areas must be submitted to the UK Civil Aviation Authority and approved by HM Prison and Probation Service (HMPPS). #droneregulations #crimeprevention #prisons #drones #dronepilots