Your LexPD Episode 19 Drones

This episode of Your LexPD, produced by LEX TV on December 9, 2025, focused on the Lexington Police Department's use of drone technology in public safety operations. Commander Matt Grey House discussed the department's drone program, which began with the purchase of their first drone in 2020 for the bomb squad and expanded in 2024 to include patrol units with trained drone pilots. The drones provide aerial support for various units including hazardous devices, crisis negotiation, collision reconstruction, and large public event monitoring. The program emphasizes safety for officers and the public, with strict policies governing drone use, including requirements for search warrants for surveillance. The department also collaborates with the fire department for thermal imaging during fires and supports emergency response efforts. Future plans include expanding drone capabilities as first responders to enhance real-time intelligence and operational efficiency across public safety divisions.