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The Police Unmanned Ground vehicle (PUG) Patrol Partner is the nation’s first high-tech autonomous police vehicle. (Business Wire)

Deputies in south Florida have a new high-tech partner on patrol.

The Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office (MDSO) debuted the Police Unmanned Ground vehicle (PUG) Patrol Partner earlier this month as part of a pilot program developed and sponsored by Policing Lab.

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The PUG combines advanced autonomy with AI-driven analytics, real-time crime data, and a suite of sensors including 360-degree cameras, thermal imaging, license plate recognition, and drone launch capabilities.

What they're saying:

"The PUG allows us to explore how new technology can keep people safe while making the best use of our resources," said MDSO Sheriff Rosie Cordero-Stutz.

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