REDMOND, Wash. — The Redmond Police Department (RPD) announced Wednesday that it has suspended operation of its automated license-plate reader (ALPR) system, commonly known as “Flock cameras,” following a recommendation by the Redmond City Council on Nov. 3.
The pause is not the result of wrongdoing by RPD, officials emphasized, but reflects public concern about how similar systems have been used elsewhere – in particular, by ICE and other immigration enforcement agencies.
The department said it remains committed to “transparent, well-governed technology that enhances safety and trust.”…