Boston Top Cop Wants Drones for 2014 Marathon
May not happen
Boston's top cop wants drones hovering over next year's marathon, but getting his hands on one may be easier said than done.
More than 30 states, including Massachusetts, are rushing to restrict the use of drones by law enforcement, with some seeking to ban it in all but the most extreme circumstances.
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Based upon your performance this year, we'll be cutting your budget and contracting out security for next year to a PMC.
I hear drones help with hindsight