In this episode of On the Road, Chief Wayne Baker sits down with John McBride, a pioneer in the drone industry and now a leader at Flock Safety. Together, they explore how “Drone as a First Responder” (DFR) programs are transforming public safety by getting eyes on a scene before officers or firefighters arrive. From tracking armed suspects to assessing accidents and protecting communities during critical incidents, John shares how integrating drones with license plate readers, real-time crime centers, and gunshot detection systems is giving agencies a powerful new way to respond faster and safer. They also discuss the challenges: overcoming misconceptions, navigating regulations, and ensuring drones are used responsibly to protect privacy while saving lives. 0:00 – Meet John McBride in Ogden, Utah 1:08 – From RC hobbyist to public safety pioneer 3:07 – How Flock Safety integrates drones into emergency response 4:33 – Real-world example: DFR in action 6:43 – Tackling legal, regulato...