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Redwood City reportedly ending Flock Safety camera contract
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· August 27, 2026
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Key points However, it was found that access was granted without the city's approval. A contract for license plate readers is set to expire.
A contract for license plate readers is set to expire. This decision comes after an audit revealed permission errors allowed out-of-state and federal agencies to search the network. There is no evidence that these agencies actually accessed the collected images. However, it was found that access was granted without the city's approval.
The city's police chief acknowledged this issue. The findings have raised concerns about the storage and sharing of collected information.
Further details about the situation and the city's next steps are available. The city is currently considering new proposals for a replacement system.
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Published: August 27, 2026 ·
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