Flock Safety is an American security technology company founded in 2017 that manufactures and operates security hardware and software, including automated license plate recognition, video surveillance and gunfire locator systems. Their flagship product, Flock cameras, sparked nationwide backlash over privacy concerns and political abuse. These cameras and systems are frequently contracted by law enforcement, neighborhood associations and private property owners.
This widespread backlash has led to Flock cameras vandalizing in at least 36 states, including incidents in which individuals have sawed or shot down cameras. This public pressure has led many cities and police departments to cancel their contracts with Flock.
In an email to The Michigan Daily, Chris Page, Ann Arbor Police Department spokesperson, wrote AAPD does not use Flock cameras in Ann Arbor…