Cities Are Covering Flock Cameras With Trash Bags
Summary
Cities are bagging Flock surveillance cameras in Dayton, Ohio, and Evanston, Illinois, as a stop-gap while they navigate contract terms and privacy concerns. The report links the actions to broader scrutiny over data sharing with federal immigration authorities via Flock’s network and raises questions about whether cities can deactivate or remove cameras unilaterally. The piece highlights governance and accountability challenges when relying on private surveillance technology in public spaces.