Randall County commissioners have approved a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Flock Group, Inc., which will bring a network of license plate readers (LPR) to the county, providing local law enforcement with enhanced tools for tracking vehicles involved in crimes. The LPR system, provided by Flock Safety, is designed to help officers quickly identify and locate suspects, aiding investigations into auto thefts, burglaries, and other offenses.
The officials approved the MOU during Tuesday’s regular meeting of the Randall County Commissioners’ Court.
The system will initially include 14 LPR cameras, placed strategically at major roadways and county entry points. Funded through a recent grant awarded to the auto theft and burglary unit, the system will be part of a broader initiative to enhance public safety across Randall County.
“We’ve already seen how effective this technology can be,” said Randall County Sheriff Christopher Forbis. “The Amarillo Police Department has successfully used the system to track down vehicles involved in serious crimes. It allows us to react faster and more efficiently.”