Toronto police have charged seven individuals for illegally operating drones over Rogers Centre during recent Blue Jays playoff games. The charges were announced on Saturday, following incidents that occurred during the American League Championship Series against the Seattle Mariners on Sunday and Monday.

The Toronto Emergency Management and Public Order Unit utilized specialized drone detection technology to intercept seven unauthorized drone flights over and around the stadium. A total of eight charges were filed against the individuals for violating Canadian Aviation Regulations and for operating drones in a federally designated no-fly zone.

This is not the first time drone incidents have occurred during the Blue Jays' postseason. Earlier in October, police charged two individuals for flying drones over Rogers Centre during games against the New York Yankees. In those instances, three unauthorized drone flights were also intercepted.

Police emphasized that the Rogers Centre is within the no-fly zone of the nearby Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport. They reiterated the importance of adhering to federal aviation rules, stating, "Rogers Centre is a no-drone zone during all Blue Jays postseason games. This restriction applies without exception."

Fines were issued to the drone operators for their violations. Police have not disclosed the names of those charged. They urged the public to leave drones at home and to familiarize themselves with the regulations governing drone operations, directing them to Transport Canada’s website for more information.

The Blue Jays are scheduled to play Game 6 against the Seattle Mariners at home on Sunday, continuing their postseason run amid heightened security measures regarding drone use.