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Police on the Isle of Man have 'lagged way behind' in using modern technology - but things are about to change.

 

This week the Isle of Man Constabulary revealed it will be using a drone during the Festival of Motorcycling. 

 

Officers will use it to help gather evidence after crashes, at crime scenes and when searching for missing people - the trial will determine if the technology can reduce demands on policing. 

 

Chief Constable Gary Roberts says it's a step in the right direction:  

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