Flock cameras are one of the biggest topics of conversation across the country right now.
The surveillance technology company operates a nationwide network of automated cameras that record license plate numbers to help law enforcement agencies aid their investigations.
The company has come under scrutiny in recent weeks, with critics raising concerns about privacy and the potential for data misuse.
A website called Have I Been Flocked? allows you to type in your license plate number to see if a Flock camera has captured your car’s information and included it in their database.
Last week, the Flock CEO said the company will make changes to its guardrails, including requiring law enforcement customers to implement an audit tool to flag abnormal search behavior.
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In Minnesota, multiple cities and counties have faced vandalism and pushback against Flock cameras.
Winona police said eight of the city’s Flock cameras were cut down and stolen, with the department adding that they will not be replacing them.
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Authorities in Plymouth, Edina and Anoka County have all reported vandalized cameras, while in Faribault, a man was charged with stealing a Flock camera.
Sherburne County and Columbia Heights also said they will be ending their use of Flock cameras.
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