Abington Ditches Flock Safety Over Data Leak | Philadelphia News

Philadelphia News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 26, 2026 · 1m

Abington Township is ditching Flock Safety after a massive data leak exposed thousands of license plate searches, opting instead for Axon Enterprise in a potential five-year deal — a move that could reshape local surveillance as privacy concerns surge nationwide. The vote is set for Thursday, and this isn’t just Abington’s problem: Cheltenham also suffered the breach despite no direct contract, revealing how deeply these systems are woven into the region’s infrastructure. Meanwhile, Jenkintown’s Yorkway Place thrives with new businesses, and Willow Grove Park Mall is reportedly headed to New…