Greg Abbott halts funding for Flock Safety due to privacy issues
Flock Surveillance Cameras Face Bipartisan Backlash Over Privacy Issues Flock cameras are encountering growing criticism from both sides of the political aisle as local governments move to halt the AI surveillance technology due to privacy concerns. The debate around the effectiveness of license plate readers versus the risks associated with surveillance overreach is intensifying, especially […]
Man in Florida Charged with Felony for Breaking Decoy Flock Camera
Florida Man Charged for Vandalizing Decoy Camera A man in Florida has been charged with felonies after reportedly vandalizing a decoy camera designed to catch vandals. This particular decoy was made by a police officer using a 3D printer to aid in a sting operation. On August 20, 2026, just after midnight, police arrested Evan […]
Teens in South Carolina arrested for reportedly damaging Flock Safety camera
Three teenagers in South Carolina were taken into custody for allegedly cutting down a Flock Safety camera pole and damaging its battery pack with a hammer until it burst into flames, authorities reported. The incident occurred in the early hours of August 15 along Harmony Church Road in Edgemoor, located in Chester County, according to […]
Senator Josh Hawley looks into Flock Safety’s AI surveillance system
Sen. Hawley Questions Flock Safety’s Surveillance Practices Amid Privacy Concerns Senator Josh Hawley is seeking clarity from Flock Safety regarding its extensive AI camera network and whether it has inadvertently established a searchable database tracking Americans’ movements. This comes as various communities across the nation reconsider their use of this technology due to escalating privacy […]
Officer Reportedly Dismissed for Checking Her Ex’s License Plate 166 Times Using Flock Camera
A police officer from South Carolina was dismissed on August 3 after reportedly using a Flock camera to check her ex-girlfriend’s license plate over 100 times. Ellie Anna Hammond, 24, was let go from the Mauldin Police Department (MPD) due to alleged misconduct occurring between March and July, according to records from the South Carolina […]
What’s Going On? Knoxville mayor reveals the unsettling reality of Flock cameras: ‘These aren’t your typical license plate readers’
Flock cameras, which are automated license plate readers designed to photograph vehicles and gather details like license plates, make, model, and color, are being set up all over the United States. Supporters claim these cameras will aid in crime-solving and enhance public safety. But is that really the case? Knox County, Tennessee Mayor Glenn Jacobs […]
Flock Safety Introduces New Privacy Protections Following Criticism and Concerns Over Law Enforcement Misuse
Flock Safety Implements New Measures Amid Backlash Flock Safety, a private company specializing in AI-driven surveillance cameras, is responding to increasing criticism and allegations of misuse by law enforcement. Following public anxiety over the expanding network of automatic license plate readers (ALPRs), they’ve announced several new safety protocols. The adjustments include enhanced privacy protections, greater […]
Flock Safety’s new privacy changes reduce data storage in effort to enhance privacy protection
Flock Safety Announces Privacy Overhaul Amid Backlash Flock Safety, the operator of AI-driven surveillance cameras, revealed on Thursday that it will implement significant changes to its privacy and security policies, responding to a surge of criticism from consumers and instances of misuse by law enforcement. As opposition to its Automatic License Plate Reader (ALPR) network […]
Flock safety reduces license-plate camera data storage from 30 days to 7 days.
Flock Safety has announced a significant change: they’re reducing the retention period for license plate camera data from 30 days to just seven. This move requires police to justify every search, which comes amid mounting pressure from privacy advocates and lawmakers. CEO Garrett Langley mentioned in a conversation with the California Post that this overhaul […]
Flock away, Axon remains
Flock’s Decline Brings New Opportunities for Local Governments The fallout from Flock’s surveillance technology troubles seems to be benefiting some local entities, although perhaps not in the way you’d expect. As of July 21st, over 50 local governments in the U.S. have either canceled or denied contracts with Flock for their public safety camera systems. […]