Editor’s note: This article examines the use of license-plate reader technology in a recent case, focusing on its broader implications rather than the details of the alleged crime.
The arrest of a Marion County homicide suspect in Greene County this week was described by authorities as routine and without incident.
But the method used to locate the suspect reflects a significant shift in local law-enforcement practices — one that many residents may not yet realize is already in place.
According to a release from the Greene County Sheriff’s Office, the suspect’s vehicle was identified and tracked using Flock Safety license-plate reader cameras after information was shared from Marion County investigators. The system allowed law enforcement to monitor vehicle movement across multiple jurisdictions, ultimately leading to a traffic stop on State Road 57 near Wagler Racetrack…