RCMP investigate after drone nearly hits Eston, Sask. resident

RCMP are investigating after a drone reportedly fell out of the sky and nearly hit a person in Eston, Sask. earlier this month.

Police say on Aug. 1, the drone fell into a tree in a backyard and then almost hit someone who lived on the property.

No one was injured and no property was damaged.

Police removed the drone, which is also known as a 'small unmanned air vehicle', from the property and put it in a safe area.

RCMP have contacted Transport Canada and the Town of Eston, which is approximately 209 kilometres southwest of Saskatoon.

As the investigation continues, officials are uncertain as to whether or not any charges will be laid.

According to Transport Canada, if the aircraft weighs less than 35 kilogramsand is used for recreational purposes, it can be flown without permission.

However there are a number of rules that must be followed. For example, drones cannot be flown closer than 150 metres to people, animals, buildings, structures, or vehicles.