Drone Footage Reveals Tense Standoff: Children with Loaded Gun in New Mexico

New Mexico Police Release Drone Footage of Standoff Involving Children and Loaded Gun A tense situation unfolded in Bernalillo County, New Mexico, when police responded to a report of two young children, ages 7 and 9, in possession of a loaded firearm. The incident, captured on drone footage released by the Bernalillo County Sheriff's Office, shows the children handling the gun, passing it between themselves, and even hiding it. "It was a very dangerous situation," stated Sheriff's spokesperson, adding that the use of drone technology allowed deputies to closely monitor the children's actions in real-time. Deputies ultimately used a non-lethal weapon to safely resolve the situation, preventing a potentially tragic outcome. The quick response and the use of the drone technology prevented what could have been a deadly force encounter. The video's release aims to highlight the effectiveness of the sheriff's office's drone program and Behavioral Health Unit in ensuring public safety. The sheriff's office has not yet commented on how the children obtained the gun. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the importance of responsible gun storage and the need for ongoing community efforts to prevent such incidents from occurring in the future.