"LAPD ending deal with company operating license plate-reading cameras" 11 July 2026

The Los Angeles Police Department is ending its agreement with Flock Safety, a company that operates surveillance cameras throughout the city...

...The cameras have drawn mixed reactions from residents. Some support the surveillance technology, while others argue it violates privacy rights. LAPD officials said those concerns influenced the department's decision not to renew the agreement...

..."This contract is not being renewed because of serious concerns around civil liberties and civil rights issues, particularly around privacy and the data that is being collected from these cameras," said Dean Gialamas, LAPD's chief information officer. "..

..."Flock's position has been simple: if this technology is going to be used, it should be used with strong privacy protections, strict auditability, and clear oversight," a statement from Flock said in part. "While this latest development comes as a surprise, we remain committed to continuing our active and ongoing conversations with LAPD to find a path forward."..