A man from New Jersey has been arrested and charged with using a drone to drop neon-green dye into several swimming pools, according to the local Absecon Police Department. The investigation started after a homeowner reported seeing a drone hovering over their pool and dumping dye into the water, turning it neon-green. Further reports came in, including one from the Quality Inn in Galloway Township, which claimed to be targeted by the drone multiple times over the summer. The investigation, carried out with the help of the Federal Aviation Administration, New Jersey State Police, and Galloway Township Police Department, led to the identification of the drone operator, 45-year-old Patrick Spina IV, who is now facing charges of criminal mischief. The costs incurred by the victims, including draining and refilling the pools and cancelled visits, run in the thousands of dollars. If found responsible, Spina could also face the loss of his drone operation license and fines from the FAA.
Source: Newstodayalert
