Costa Mesa Authorities Utilize Drone to Apprehend Vandalism Suspects
COSTA MESA, CA — April 8th 2026 — “We’ll say it again, just say no to vandalizing property in Costa Mesa!
This time, we deployed our drone and quickly located the three suspects and fresh graffiti on a wall nearby.
As officers arrived, the suspects fled on two e-bikes toward the Joann Bike Path. No problem. We kept an eye on them and coordinated containment of the three as they approached Placentia Avenue. Two suspects were safely detained and the third fled on foot.
The drone tracked that fleeing suspect and officers took him into custody shortly thereafter. Great teamwork by officers and park rangers.
Drone pilot signing off”
Originally published by Costa Mesa Police Department
Photos: Still images from video | Courtesy of Costa Mesa Police Department
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