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Police say Flock cameras help solve crimes, but critics call them an invasion of privacy
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- Fecteau, Mary (Author)
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Police say Flock cameras help solve crimes, but critics call them an invasion of privacy
Abstract
Law enforcement agencies in the U.S. use AI-powered cameras to scan billions of vehicles each month, often without drivers ever realizing. Supporters say the technology is a tool for solving crimes. But critics warn it's creating a nationwide surveillance network, raising urgent questions about how much privacy Americans are willing to sacrifice in the name of safety. Paul Solman reports.
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PBS News
Date
2026-07-15
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8/8/26, 5:34 PM
Language
English
License
Surveillance & Monitoring
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United States of America
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Fecteau, M. (2026, July 15). Police say Flock cameras help solve crimes, but critics call them an invasion of privacy. PBS News. https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/police-say-flock-cameras-help-solve-crimes-but-critics-call-them-an-invasion-of-privacy
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