The Springfield Police Department (SPD) will temporarily cover and then remove all Flock automatic license plate recognition (ALPR) cameras in the city. This decision follows the Eugene Police Department’s report of vulnerabilities and limitations in its own Flock ALPR system. These issues raised concerns about data security and operational effectiveness.
Deputy Chief George Crolly said the current ALPR system does not meet the department’s standards for control and assurance. He stated that the SPD aims to maintain investigative standards and public trust…