Kent Police Modify Access to Flock Cameras
Kent Police have altered access to their Flock Safety camera system, which captures license plate numbers, following a University of Washington research report.
The report, released on October 21, revealed that U.S. Border Patrol had searched local law enforcement databases, potentially for immigration enforcement purposes.
“Leaving the Door Wide Open: Flock Surveillance Systems Expose Washington Data to Immigration Enforcement”
- Auburn Police Department made similar changes
- Renton Police Department also modified access
- Lakewood and Mukilteo police departments were mentioned in the report
Author's summary: Kent Police changed Flock camera access.