Cities Are Covering Flock Cameras With Trash Bags
Several cities, including Dayton, Ohio, and Evanston, Illinois, have resorted to covering Flock surveillance cameras with trash bags. This action stems from resident outrage and uncertainty among city officials regarding their ability to deactivate or remove the cameras due to contract terms. The cities are also grappling with concerns about data sharing with immigration enforcement agencies, which came to light after previous reporting. AI
IMPACT Highlights concerns about data privacy and municipal contract limitations with surveillance technology providers.