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A federal officer allegedly fired a projectile at close range during a January protest in Santa Ana, leaving a demonstrator permanently blind in one eye. While federal agents claimed bottles were being thrown, Santa Ana police drones only captured minor disturbances like traffic cones — leading to no deployment of officers into the crowd. The incident underscores the growing role of drones in law enforcement, with Santa Ana recently investing in a major drone program. Their annual report shows drones deployed 12 times, alongside other equipment like projectiles and armored vehicles — including two community complaints, one still under investigation. Officials are now reviewing the drone program’s compliance and potential for expansion, aiming to use aerial tech to de-escalate tensions and improve safety.

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