By Joanna Putman
Police1
NEW YORK — The NYPD used drone footage to find and arrest suspects and rescue residents in a home invasion, FOX 5 reported.
The incident unfolded on Aug. 17 when the suspects allegedly broke into a home and held multiple residents against their will, according to the report. A woman with a baby managed to escape the scene before police intervened.
I wanted to take a moment to highlight an exceptional response from our officers that deserves recognition.#HappeningNow, 2 AM, officers responded to a home invasion in the Douglaston section of Queens. As they arrived, they encountered a female fleeing her home with her young… pic.twitter.com/HFLvOYv6t4
— NYPD Deputy Commissioner, Operations Kaz Daughtry (@NYPDDaughtry) August 17, 2024
The NYPD responded to the call at 2 a.m., surrounding the home and using drones to locate the suspects inside after their aviation support was grounded due to low visibility, according to the report. Drone video from the operation shows officers surrounding the home before capturing the suspects.
“Our drones were able to respond and provided invaluable assistance during the apprehension of the suspects,” NYPD Commissioner Kaz Daughtry stated.
During the invasion, one victim was punched in the face and another was hit with a hammer. Both victims declined medical attention and are expected to be OK, according to the report.
The three suspects have been arrested and are awaiting charges. Daughtry praised the officers involved in the arrests for their professionalism and commitment to keeping New Yorkers safe.
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