Crime & Safety
'Security Incident' Prompts Police Chief's Flock Camera Recommendation In Ledyard
Flock informed local police about the incident recently.
LEDYARD, CT — Police are recommending stopping the use of Flock automated license plate readers following a "security incident," according to NBC CT.
Flock informed police officials that a malicious actor published a website with customer device information. This included device names, location and device types, NBC CT reported.
Ledyard Police Chief Ken Creutz said that he had "serious concerns about privacy, security and transparency." He recommended to the town's mayor to cease using Flock cameras.
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Municipalities across the state are grappling with the use of Flock cameras as well as speeding and traffic light cameras.
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Critics have cited privacy concerns and inadequate oversight of the technology. Supporters argue that the cameras are useful to police in solving crimes.
Read more: Police Make Major Policy Decision On Flock Cameras In East Lyme
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