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The technology was getting dated and they wanted to keep up with the times. So, JSO sold two of its three older models and bought two brand new Bell 407s – nearly $12 million for both. “We can see threats before they can,” said Ferreira about officers on the ground. “And if there’s someone coming around the corner, we can spot that for them.”
“We’re going to a call right now, domestic disturbance, sounds like a girlfriend trying to run a boyfriend over with a car,” explained Ferreira. Within minutes – air and ground officers spotted the suspect and pulled her over. From the air, the helicopter pilots used the new infrared camera and a spotlight to guide police on the ground as they move in for the arrest.
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