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Welcome to the FIVE-EAU Podcast
Where the Eau Claire Police Department brings you conversations that matter to our community. Hosted by Shannon Hoyt and Ben Hundt, the podcast explores crime prevention, community safety, policing innovation, and local events, giving you an inside look at how ECPD serves Eau Claire.
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EPISODE 1: Pilot
This episode dives deep into technology in modern policing, featuring guest Officer Josh Miller. Officer Miller discusses the department’s drone program, launched in 2017, and explains how a 22-member team uses drones for search and rescue, missing persons, large events, and officer and public safety. He covers training requirements, drone capabilities, real-world uses, and the policies in place to ensure privacy, accountability, and community trust.