Sgt. Peter Svinth-Lassen

Biographie

Peter Svinth-Lassen is a Sergeant with the Calgary Police Service with 20 years of service. He is one of the Non-Commissioned Officers (NCO) overseeing the Service’s Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) program and serves as the NCO overseeing its Drone as a First Responder (DFR) program.

Throughout his career, Peter has gained diverse operational experience in frontline policing, supervisory roles, covert operations, training, and mentorship. This experience has shaped his practical approach to integrating emerging technology into frontline policing and public safety.

In his current role, Peter is involved in RPAS and DFR operational planning, regulatory considerations, program development, training, technology integration, and the continued expansion of DFR operations. He also works with internal and external stakeholders on interoperability and the effective use of RPAS in public safety. A key focus of his work is advancing DFR capabilities to enhance real-time situational awareness, support frontline officers, and strengthen coordination among police, fire, and other public safety partners.