Privacy researcher raises concerns about lack of oversight in Canadian police drone usage, advocating for renewed scrutiny.

Brenda McPhail, a privacy researcher at McMaster University, has raised concerns about the lack of oversight regarding police drone usage in Canada. Her comments follow the Vancouver Police's deployment of drones to locate a suspect in violent attacks. McPhail notes that while successful uses are publicized, failures often remain hidden. She advocates for renewed scrutiny of police drone programs, citing advancements in technology, including potential facial recognition capabilities.

September 05, 2024
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