Lombard police hold drone training July 6

The Lombard Police Department is holding its monthly drone training this evening, July 6, at the Surges Center on the 1100 block of North Garfield in Lombard.

The village adopted a police department drone program to enhance response capabilities to a variety of incidents and events.

These include search and rescue of missing persons, documenting traffic accidents or crime-scene evidence, assessing natural disaster situations, and more.

Currently, there are nine officers trained and certified to operate these drones.

To learn about the program and view frequently asked questions, visit www.villageoflombard.org/498/Drone-Program.