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MYSTERIOUS: Flock safety - What They Never Told You

Connecticut towns are installing license plate reading cameras on school buses

Several Connecticut towns are installing AI-powered license plate readers on school buses to catch drivers who illegally pass stopped buses

The Independent UK

New Mexico man arrested after taking down Flock cameras, loading them into his truck and driving straight to sheriff’s HQ as county ends contracts over privacy concerns

A New Mexico man was arrested after allegedly taking down Flock Safety surveillance cameras, loading the equipment into his pickup truck and driving directly to the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office headquarters, where he said he was returning the cameras. Jevon Martinez of Rio Rancho has previously faced felony charges after…

The Times of India

From Illinois to Doral: How Flock's Cameras Became an Immigration Enforcement Flashpoint

Sen. Josh Hawley is investigating Flock Safety's camera network. In five Latino metro areas, the fight over ICE access to that data is already personal.

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Florida orders removal of all Flock cameras on state highways within 30 days, Ron DeSantis warns against ‘surveillance state’

“When I see like a police officer using this to track like an ex-girlfriend..."

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Teen Vigilantes Charged With Criminal Conspiracy After Torching AI Police License Plate Readers

Three 19-year-olds were arrested for destroying Flock Safety cameras in South Carolina, highlighting growing concerns over surveillance and privacy.

International Business Times UK

Kentucky police officer Asad Zahir claimed he made 2048 Flock searches to track two vehicles for drug investigation. He was tracking his ex-girlfriend

Another case of the misuse of Flock was reported after a Kentucky police officer was arrested for using the Flock Safety license plate reader camera system to track his ex-girlfriend, the mother of his child, 2000 time. Asad Zahir was arrested and then released on his own recognizance and will…

The Times of India

X Users Post Flock CEO's Address and Photos of His Home After He Says Americans Must 'Compromise' on Privacy

X users are accused of posting Flock Safety's CEO's home details after his 'compromise' on privacy remarks, intensifying the row over US surveillance.

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The Tide Is Turning Against Flock Cameras: Florida, Arizona and Other States Start to Question the Surveillance Network

The tide seems to be turning against the use of the massive number of flock cameras in the U.S. Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said this week that the rapid spread of Flock Safety's automated license plate reader cameras has become "out of control," adding a powerful new voice to a…

Latin Times

Massachusetts police officer who used Flock cameras to track his ex-lover after she left their abusive relationship resigns before the town could fire him

A Massachusetts police officer resigned before a termination hearing after an investigation found he allegedly used Flock cameras and police databases to track a former partner without a legitimate law enforcement reason. The woman said she had left an abusive relationship with Rogers, while Stow later ended its Flock contract…

The Economic Times

Flock CEO Says Americans Must 'Compromise' on Privacy; Then His Own Home Address Leaked Online

The privacy debate surrounding Flock Safety, a leading $8.4B surveillance firm, is sparked by its CEO's comments, prompting cities to reconsider their contracts.

International Business Times UK

Cities begin turning off Flock cameras after at least 50 officers reportedly charged with misuse

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The Independent UK

Texas police officer indicted on 100 felony counts after Flock investigation; records show over 45,000 searches, including nearly 3,500 for one licence plate

A Lufkin, Texas police officer has been indicted on 100 felony counts after an investigation into his use of Flock Safety’s automated license plate reader system revealed an extraordinary volume of searches, including nearly 3,500 lookups of a single licence plate. According to court records and audit logs reviewed by…

The Times of India

Massachusetts police officer resigns hours before termination hearing after allegedly using Flock and police databases to track former partner; town removed its last Flock camera

A police officer in the small Massachusetts town of Stow has resigned just hours before a scheduled termination hearing, after an internal investigation found he repeatedly misused surveillance tools to track a former partner. Officer Jason Rogers allegedly used Flock Safety’s automated license plate reader system and state police databases…

The Times of India

Flock CEO tells Americans to ‘compromise’ their privacy, says surveillance critics prioritizing ‘the wrong thing’

Flock Safety in spotlight as Arizona city confirms their removal.

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Reason

Surveillance Camera Saboteurs Are Getting Government Officials' Attention

Sometimes direct action is the only way to get politicians to consider civil liberties.

Tom’s Guide

Have you been 'Flocked'? Here's how to look up automatic license plate readers in your area

Flock Safety cameras photograph millions of daily commutes. Here is how to look up camera locations and check if your license plate has been logged.

Fortune

Flock Safety has been a venture darling. Will data privacy controversies halt its rise?

Flock operates in more than 5,000 communities across 49 states, and is an $8.3 billion venture darling. Now, the company’s run into trouble.

The Texas Tribune

Flock cameras face growing backlash across Texas counties, but getting rid of them is complicated

Some government officials said they understand the community’s anger, but warn that many of these contracts fall outside their jurisdiction.

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The Times of India

Texas constable unplugged 3 police surveillance cameras after county ended Flock contract; then told company to ‘come get your garbage’

Following a contract cancellation with Flock Safety cameras, Hood County officials have initiated a refund request and equipment retrieval. A local constable took the initiative to disable and cover the cameras, openly criticizing the issue of warrantless surveillance. This controversy feeds into a broader discussion across the country regarding the…

The Guardian - US

‘Darth Vader’ comes out in favor of Flock cameras at San Diego city council meeting

The dark lord – or someone dressed like him – said the technology would aid the empire in tracking ‘rebel scum’

The Guardian - US

Their cities dropped Flock surveillance cameras. They’re still being watched

Despite policy victories over Flock, Americans are finding themselves under similar monitoring by a new company – or unable to remove the original cameras

Benzinga

Bernie Sanders Warns Americans Are Being Tracked by 120,000 AI Cameras: 'Going to the Doctor? Flock Knows'

On Tuesday, Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) warned about the growing reach of Flock Safety’s AI-powered license plate reader network as privacy concerns and allegations of police misuse fuel a nationwide backlash.

The Economic Times

Flock camera tracking: How to check if your licence plate was captured

Community websites are emerging to track Flock camera installations across the United States. These platforms allow residents to monitor the presence and data usage of automated license plate readers. Some websites help users avoid routes with numerous cameras and check if their vehicles were captured. Flock Safety operates over 120,000…

The Independent UK

New site allows drivers to check if Flock cameras tracked their car

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The Independent UK

How to check if your car has been searched by Flock cameras

Flock has an estimated 120,000 surveillance cameras across the US

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