Helsingborg to Deploy Drone Surveillance for High-Profile Football Match
The Helsingborg Police department will implement drone surveillance across parts of central Helsingborg on tuesday,September 16,2025,between 3:00 PM and 11:00 PM,coinciding with the highly anticipated football match between HIF and Landskrona BoIS at Olympia stadium.
The decision to utilize Unmanned Aircraft systems (UAS), commonly known as drones, is a proactive measure to ensure public safety and maintain order during the event. According to a statement released by the Police Region South on September 14, 2025, at 2:40 PM, the deployment is authorized under existing legal frameworks governing camera surveillance in public spaces.
Did you know?– Drone surveillance is becoming more common at large events. Law enforcement agencies are increasingly using this technology to monitor crowds and enhance security. This is due to the ability to cover large areas quickly.
“The police have the right to use camera surveillance in public places if the interest in the surveillance outweighs the individual’s interest in not being guarded,” a senior official stated. The assessment prioritizes the need to prevent, deter, or detect criminal activity, as well as to facilitate the investigation and prosecution of crimes. Surveillance will also focus on areas where there is an elevated risk to life, health, security, or property, and to maintain overall public order.
The police emphasize that the surveillance is limited to public areas and will not extend into private residences. Moreover,the drones will operate at high altitudes,making individual identification in the footage extremely challenging. The collected film material will be utilized for investigative and prosecutorial purposes,potentially serving as crucial evidence in legal proceedings,particularly in cases where witness testimony is limited.
Pro tip:– If you’re attending the match, be aware of the surveillance zones. While the drones operate at high altitudes, consider yoru actions in public spaces. The footage might potentially be used as evidence in the event of any incidents.
The use of UAS technology allows for a broad overview of key areas, as illustrated in images released by the police showing the affected zones in central Helsingborg, including areas surrounding Olympia stadium and in southern Helsingborg. [Image of central Helsingborg under surveillance – September 16] [Image of detailed city map with affected area] [Image of Olympia stadium area under watch – September 16] [Image of southern Helsingborg area under camera guard – September 16].
The police also clarified that they adhere to strict guidelines regarding the processing of personal data collected during these operations. Individuals seeking more information on this topic are encouraged to consult the police’s data privacy policies. This deployment reflects a growing trend in law enforcement agencies leveraging technology to enhance security measures at large public events.
Reader question:– Do you think drone surveillance is an effective way to ensure public safety at large events? what are the potential benefits and drawbacks of this technology? Share your thoughts.
