Drone vs. shoplifter: Watch how Redmond PD tracks an alleged thief from high in the sky

A drone over the city of Redmond, Wash., where the police department uses the technology for rapid response. (Redmond PD Photo) If you spend any time on social media, you’ve likely seen plenty of videos of suspected shoplifters — in the Seattle area and beyond — trying to make a getaway with armloads of merchandise. Often, these suspects fight off store employees or shoppers and evade capture.