Flying A Drone Over Hart Island Mass Graves Got A Photographer Cited And His Drone Seized
The number of coronavirus-related deaths in New York City is alarming. Because of this, there have reportedly been more mass burials on Hart Island than ever. Photographer George Steinmetz was recently documenting a burial ditch on Hart Island with his drone, which put him in legal trouble. His drone was confiscated by the police and he was issued a Desk Appearance Ticket. Steinmetz is a regular contributor for National Geographic and The New York Times, with over 30 years of experience under his belt....