GEORGETOWN, Ky. (LEX 18) — The Georgetown Police Department is using a fleet of advanced drones to improve emergency response times and enhance safety for both civilians and officers.

The department recently purchased BRINC drones that have already responded to more than 200 calls since January, according to Captain Lewis Crump. BRINC drones are specifically made for law enforcement.

"We're using them as a tool to help mitigate risk within the city," Crump said.

The new technology represents a significant upgrade for the agency's capabilities.

"From January, we've been really doing extra details, having it out flying, making sure that we're having people trained on it," Crump said.

Crump tells LEX 18 these drones can be used in a wide variety of situations, from hostage negotiations

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