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Stockholm Renews Six-Month Drone Surveillance

A police authorization took effect in Sweden’s capital on October 31, allowing drone surveillancewhenever needed, day and night, according to police.

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Odd Inge Teige
Nov 2

The Swedish Police Authority announced the decision on October 26. It covers parts of Norrmalm, Södermalm, Vasastaden, Östermalm and Gamla stan, the historic center of Stockholm, through April 30, 2027.

An earlier authorization covered the same named districts from May 15 through October 30. The latest decision extends the period during which officers ca…

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