Drone warning by police after monument damaged by remote aircraft
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Drone pilots have been warned by police after an historic monument was damaged.
One of the remote aircrafts crashed into the Wallace Monument in Stirling and left a window damaged.
Police have now issued a warning to the public about the use of drones and have reminded people to use them responsibly.
Officers say they are keen to highlight the existing legislation around the use of drones and the potential risks if they are flown in and around crowded or built-up areas.
Inspector Cheryle Cowan said: “While the use of drones is becoming more popular for members of the public when filming and photographing scenic areas or places of interest, it is essential that they are utilised responsibly so as not to cause alarm or injury to other members of the public.
“I would advise that drone operators familiarise themselves with all the appropriate legislation so as to ensure they adhere to existing aviation laws and regulations, and be aware of the areas in our community where drone activity may pose a particular sensitivity.
“Please visit the Civil Aviation Authority’s website at www.caa.co.uk for further information.”
