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Pogowasright •Dissent • April 6, 2026

George Chidi reports: In recent city council meetings in Dunwoody, Georgia, a spokesman for Flock Safety, a Georgia-based firm that provides automated license plate readers, has found himself in the hot seat again. For two months running, some residents of the affluent north Atlanta suburb in the region’s tech corridor have been demanding an end...

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Cities Halt Flock Safety Surveillance Amid Privacy Concerns In 2026, multiple US cities, including Bend, Oregon, and Dunwoody, Georgia, have terminated contracts with Flock Safety due to rising public concerns over privacy and data security. Flock's automated license plate readers (ALPRs) have been criticized for creating extensive surveillance networks without adequate oversight. Reports indicate that law enforcement agencies have shared Flock data with federal entities like ICE, raising alarms about potential misuse. Flock's technology, which includes advanced surveillance drones, has further fueled fears of invasive monitoring. The backlash has led to a significant reduction in Flock's operational presence across various municipalities. As of April 2026, dozens of cities have either suspended or deactivated their contracts with the company. The controversy surrounding Flock highlights broader issues of surveillance and data privacy in urban environments. 2 sources 55

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