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LAPD suspends use of Flock surveillance cameras over privacy issues
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) has ceased collaboration with Flock, a surveillance technology firm, due to concerns regarding the privacy implications of its data-sharing practices, especially linking to immigration enforcement. This decision follows advocacy from community groups against the use of such surveillance technology, which they argue could exacerbate police overreach. LAPD officials are now focused on establishing clearer terms regarding data ownership and usage before considering future agreements.
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Published 13 Jul 2026, 19:05 UTC4 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- LAPD suspends use of Flock surveillance cameras over privacy issues
- Concerns arise from data-sharing practices with federal authorities
- Advocacy groups fear implications for immigration enforcement
- A new contract for surveillance technologies remains uncertain
- Public protests against surveillance have intensified
Interesting facts
- The LAPD's use of license plate readers has been a source of controversy for several years.
- Other cities in California have also terminated contracts with Flock due to similar concerns.
- Flock claims compliance with a California law on data sharing.