Flock camera searches fell 95% after a dispatcher's misconduct was caught
Summary
Police searches using Flock Safety license-plate reader cameras dropped 95% after a dispatcher's misuse of the system was detected, highlighting concerns about surveillance oversight and accountability in law enforcement tech.
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