Flock says its cameras make US safer - so why are they being sabotaged?
Summary
Flock Safety installs AI-powered cameras called Automatic Licence Plate Readers (ALPRs) across the U.S. to help law enforcement solve crimes by tracking cars. Some people oppose these cameras because they collect large amounts of data that could invade privacy, and there have been cases of misuse and vandalism.Key Facts
- Flock Safety makes AI cameras that photograph the back of every car passing by.
- The company works with over 7,000 communities and has about 100,000 cameras across the country.
- Flock’s system links thousands of cameras nationwide, allowing law enforcement to search many locations at once.
- In Houston, agencies with a few dozen cameras can access tens of thousands of cameras elsewhere through Flock’s network.
- Use of facial recognition software linked to Flock’s network is happening in some cities like Houston.
- The search range for license plates is growing rapidly, with some searches covering more than 6,000 camera networks.
- Some privacy advocates worry these cameras track daily movements like work, school, and worship locations.
- There have been misuse cases, such as a police officer using the system to stalk someone illegally.
- Cameras have been vandalized in several states, including Texas, as a reaction against surveillance.
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