


Police said when they arrived, they encountered Spina, who is the owner of the business. Weeks later, investigators said they were able to track the drone in flight back to a heating and cooling business in Galloway Township, New Jersey. Absecon Police said the Quality Inn's swimming pool sustained damage from the dye. The homeowner later noticed the pool became an "alarming shade of green." Police said other locations, including a Quality Inn, were also affected. 13 from a homeowner who reported a drone hovering over their pool. SEE MORE: Police 'mini-precinct' will be included in rebuilt Atlanta WalmartĪbsecon Police said it received its first incident report on Aug. Officials did not say what kind of drone was used in the incident. "The bright green pattern on the water can be seen for a mile or more and lasts for 30 to 40 minutes," PRESTO DyeChem said. Hire licensed Construction drone pilots in Florida for aerial photography & videography on Droners.io. According to makers of Sea Dye, it is used to increase visibility for a rescue pilot to see. The substance is commonly used by sea rescue services, police said. Investigators said Spina used a drone to dump Sea Dye into pools, which not only is illegal but also caused damage. Police in New Jersey say they arrested a man accused of using a drone to dump green pool dye in area swimming pools.Ībsecon Police arrested Patrick Spina IV earlier this month on multiple charges of criminal mischief.
