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Flock Safety Cameras Under Fire | Seattle News
Flock Safety’s license plate readers are under fire as King County protests surge over privacy fears — with critics warning data could end up in ICE or CBP hands, or be used to track reproductive and gender-affirming care seekers. The company’s CEO vows tighter controls: slashing data retention from 30 to 7 days, adding auto-lockouts for suspicious queries. While 2,000 cameras dot Washington, Renton has paused its 24 units pending council review — yet police still defend the tech as vital for catching criminals. The tension between safety and surveillance grows louder. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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