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Springfield Township police highlight drones, bike patrols and canines as service tools
Summary
Captain Peterson described selective adoption of drones, bike patrol and canine teams to enhance public safety and community outreach, noting technology is adopted where practical and sustainable.
Captain Nick Peterson said the department "looks for opportunities to leverage technology" such as drones and bike patrol to improve service delivery when appropriate. He emphasized selective adoption rather than blanket use: "We can't jump into everything, but we do look for those areas that we can get involved with that are going to give us the ability to give our residents ... the best service possible."
He also described the canine program as both an enforcement and engagement asset: "They serve a huge purpose in our roles in keeping the community safe... but they also do serve that, community outreach, community engagement piece for us as well." Peterson said community events and kids' interactions make canines valuable beyond operational deployment.
