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Thermal drone helps Woodway officers capture burglary suspect on rooftop
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk Laura Hartog , as published by KXXV (ABC 25) News
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The incident occurred on July 23 when officers responded to a report of a suspicious person on Topeka Drive.
A burglary suspect was arrested in Woodway after being located on a rooftop using thermal drone technology. The incident occurred on July 23 when officers responded to a report of a suspicious person on Topeka Drive. The suspect was found hiding on a rooftop and was ordered down by officers.
A search of the suspect's pockets revealed keys to a stolen truck, which was found nearby. Further details of the arrest are available from the Woodway Public Safety Department, including the discovery of a loaded pistol in the stolen vehicle and the suspect's possession of burglary tools and a ski mask.
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Category: safety Published: July 30, 2026 Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News Reading time: 1 min
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