Automated License Plate Reader

An independent congressional candidate in Tennessee faces four felony vandalism charges for allegedly shooting four automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras between July 14 and 22. The case involves cameras manufactured by Flock, and one was targeted on the grounds of a place of worship during a service. The candidate's opponent introduced a bill to restrict federal and state use of ALPR technology.

Larimer County Sheriff's Office defends its use of 49 automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras, citing their role in solving major crimes like two homicides. Residents, including Cole Huling, raise privacy concerns about data collection, storage, and sharing with Flock Safety, a private company. The City of Fort Collins recently ended its contract with Flock Safety over similar privacy issues.

Knox County Sheriff Tom Spangler announced a pause in the installation of nearly 300 Flock license plate readers amid privacy concerns and political pressure. The sheriff’s office will continue operating existing cameras, but new installations are halted following opposition from local officials and a canceled county commission meeting.

Highland Park police are investigating a stolen vehicle chase that led to a crash in Detroit, resulting in injuries to two uninvolved motorists. Suspects fled on foot and in a vehicle after a Black man armed with a semi-automatic pistol exited the stolen car. The crash investigation has been transferred to the Detroit Police Department.