Police said the lychee harvest period is short and the fruit’s high value makes it a common target for thieves. The Renwu precinct said it has also secretly installed mobile surveillance cameras along key access roads, farm roads and blind spots near orchards, with 24-hour recording to help gather evidence. Drones are being used for aerial patrols in Dashu’s hillier areas, where terrain and limited visibility make traditional patrols less effective.
