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North Texas ranked high in US for drones seized at World Cup events
By Shannon Miller at NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local
· June 24, 2026
· 3 min read
Just 23 minutes before the first FIFA World Cup match between the Netherlands and Japan last week, as tens of thousands of fans filed into Dallas Stadium, an FBI task force officer conducting drone countersurveillance was notified about an unmanned aircraft flying within the Temporary Flight Rest...
Key takeaway Officials said the task force officer then located and made contact with Luis Mauricio Flores Ordonez.
Why this matters in Southlake News
The seizure of 53 drones in North Texas, with 34 of them at Dallas Stadium, raises concerns about public safety and awareness of drone regulations in the area. The fact that none of the seized drones were carrying dangerous materials is reassuring, but the potential threat they pose, as noted by US Attorney Ryan Raybould, is still a serious issue. As the World Cup events continue to draw large crowds to local venues, it is crucial for residents and visitors to understand the restrictions on drone usage and the consequences of violating them. The FBI's efforts to educate the public and prevent drone incursions will be closely watched, and the outcome of the pending charges will likely set a precedent for future cases. With the majority of seizures occurring at Dallas Stadium and Fan Fest at Fair Park, these areas will likely remain a focus of law enforcement's attention.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 DFW (KXAS) Local ·
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