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Florida county won’t investigate sketchy Flock cameras removed by mystery owners

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Briefings

A Florida county discovered unpermitted Flock cameras during a takedown but will not investigate their owners. The Washington Post reported 12 cameras were found, with five claimed by law enforcement. Residents remain upset about data privacy concerns. A police department mistakenly issued guidance allowing multiple cameras under one permit, which Flock spokespersons deny. Neither Flock nor local police confirmed the guidance's validity.

Key points

• St. Lucie County discovered 12 unpermitted Flock cameras during a countywide takedown effort.
• Five of the cameras were claimed by city law enforcement, while the county will not investigate their owners.

Context

Residents in St. Lucie County remain upset about unknown camera owners and data usage. A police department mistakenly issued guidance allowing multiple cameras under one permit, which Flock spokespersons deny. The incident highlights tensions between local regulations and technology provider policies.

Limitations

Neither Flock nor Port St. Lucie/Fort Pierce police confirmed the validity of the mistaken guidance. Specific ownership details remain unknown as cameras were claimed by law enforcement.

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