Flock Camera Audit Reveals Misuse Concerns | New Bedford News

New Bedford News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 20, 2026 · 1m

Police are launching a deep audit of Flock camera usage after public outcry and national reports revealed potential misuse, including searches tied to personal connections. Officials admit past reviews missed red flags and are now manually reviewing data from the last two years to ensure every license plate lookup had lawful justification. Early findings have flagged several questionable cases—some cleared, others under investigation—with the department also consulting the tech provider about confusing interface features. Next steps include legal consultations and possible policy changes…