Surveillance drones flying over riots is nothing new, they used to use helicopters, but drones are cheaper and have longer loiter times. I'm certain they had some of their people inside the groups on the ground, probably on both sides, and all trying to stir up trouble for political gain.
Kyle has had some bad luck with lawyers. First, Lin Wood raised a bunch of money for his defense, then did a disappearing act with the money. His current lawyer's not that good, but luckily, the judge isn't tolerating any prosecutorial nonsense.