FLOCK camera
Coverage of FLOCK camera in the Nexus archive.
- Kettering University student sues Genesee County, alleges they withheld records on Flock cameras
Joshua Tewolde, a student at Kettering University, filed a lawsuit against Genesee County alleging the county illegally withheld records regarding Flock automated license plate reader cameras. The FOIA request sought information on contracts with Flock Group, system logs, and local policies governing surveillance technology. Tewolde's lawyers argue that the county incorrectly claimed ownership of data collected by the camera system, noting that the contract indicates Genesee County retains legal ownership of all captured footage.
- Flock camera alert for stolen vehicle leads to arrest of Schenectady woman
A Schenectady woman was arrested following an investigation into a stolen vehicle. Watervliet Police were alerted via a Flock camera notification when the stolen vehicle entered the City of Watervliet from Green Island. The alert occurred on Thursday afternoon.
- Jars Cannabis business, Madison Heights clash over Flock camera
The city council is anticipated to vote on removing a Flock camera situated outside Jars Cannabis business in Madison Heights. This decision follows concerns raised regarding privacy related to the surveillance technology at the cannabis location.
- Madison Height community debates removal of Flock camera outside of JARS dispensary
City officials in Madison Heights are set to vote on an agreement regarding the removal of a controversial Flock camera aimed at JARS dispensary. Despite the camera's physical removal, the contentious debate persists as state lawmakers consider regulating the broader use of surveillance technology.
- Madison Heights debates removal of Flock camera pointed at dispensary
A debate has occurred in Madison Heights regarding the removal of a Flock camera pointed at the JARS dispensary located on 12 Mile Road. The original placement was required as part of an agreement between JARS and the city, with the final revised agreement slated for a City Council vote. Following a viral backlash concerning privacy issues, the company placed up a "No Flock Zone" sign to block the camera lens.
- Southern Colorado police chief says they got rid of a Flock camera
Calhan Police Chief Anthony Tribuzio announced that a Flock automated license plate reading (ALPR) security camera has been removed from Calhan and will not return. When the public questioned if the equipment would be replaced with similar tools, such as those from Axon, the Town of Calhan responded only with "No." The article details how ALPR technology is used by law enforcement for official purposes like identifying stolen vehicles.
- Suspect in Virginia State University shooting arrested, found hiding in closet and more headlines
A suspect in a Virginia State University shooting was arrested and found hiding in a closet. Other local news headlines cover Henry County suspending Flock camera access amid privacy debates, Virginia Beach considering a data center moratorium, potential SNAP benefit declines for Virginia, and a former Patrick & Henry Community College player's professional success with the New York Yankees.
- Mooresville police officer arrested for misusing Flock camera
A Mooresville Police Department officer, Elizabeth Anne Snowman, was arrested for allegedly misusing a Flock camera database to access vehicle information for non-official purposes. This is the second such arrest in the Charlotte area this week, following the arrest of a CMPD officer, Seth Elliott, for similar misuse of law enforcement databases.
- FLOCK camera leads to six arrests and recovery of stolen dog, explosive: Gastonia Police
A FLOCK camera led to six arrests and the recovery of a dog stolen from Burke County and an explosive, according to Gastonia Police.
- Deputies search Catawba River in connection with Hickory woman’s disappearance
Catawba County deputies are searching the Catawba River for Robin Doyle, a missing Hickory woman, with Leroy Loper identified as a person of interest. Investigators found a bra and zip-ties at Doyle’s home and in Loper’s red Kia Optima, which was linked to him via a Flock camera. Loper, a registered sex offender with prior convictions for sexual offenses and kidnapping, is being held on a $200,000 bond while the FBI assists in the search.
- Troy man charged with vandalizing Flock camera
A Troy man was arrested for vandalizing a Flock camera. The arrest occurred on Wednesday as part of a vandalism investigation.
- DeKalb deputy charged with Flock camera misuse; more Georgia officers fired
A DeKalb County deputy has been charged with misuse of Flock cameras, and additional Georgia police officers have been fired over alleged similar misconduct. The article links to a news report and Hacker News comments discussing the incident.
- Nashville’s Flock camera rollout remains on hold as debate over privacy and public safety continues
Nashville’s Flock camera rollout remains on hold as debate over privacy and public safety continues. In Middle Tennessee, many law enforcement agencies continue to rely on the technology.
- Boy, 14, caught driving stolen car in Ventura County: Police
A 14-year-old boy was arrested in Simi Valley, California, for driving a stolen vehicle after police used a license plate reader camera to detect the car. The incident occurred around 7:45 p.m. when the stolen vehicle was identified through a FLOCK camera system.