Lt. Abrem Ayana of the Brookhaven, GA Police Department has been named the recipient of the 2024 Eric Talley Memorial Award, presented by DRONERESPONDERS. The award recognizes “excellence in the management of public safety drone program operations.” This initiative has enhanced the department’s ability to respond quickly to emergencies, providing real-time aerial surveillance.
In addition to his work with drones, Lt. Ayana has led the rollout of Live911, and the Mental Health Co-Responder program, aimed at improving crisis response. His leadership in integrating technology with public safety operations has made a significant impact, enhancing both officer and community safety.