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Sheriff Joe wants drones to monitor prisons

Would outfit them with cameras and infrared capabilities

By Christopher Sign
ABC 15

PHOENIX — From his corner office in a downtown Phoenix high rise, Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio can see quite a bit, but he wants tools to allow him to view even more.

Arpaio confirms to ABC15 he has a plan to use drones, if he can get them.

“I want two of these drones, unmanned and of course unarmed,” said Arpaio.

Using a drone would require approval from the Federal Aviation Administration, which can be a lengthy process.

Full story: Sheriff Joe Arpaio confirms to ABC15 he is hoping to get 2 unmanned drones

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