Columbus License Plate Cameras and Immigration Searches | Columbus News

Columbus police camera data was found to have fueled over 15,000 searches potentially tied to immigration enforcement — including hundreds by federal agencies — even after a filter was installed, with 1,700 still slipping through. Officials admit the broad categories used, like “Homeland Security,” can include unrelated cases, but argue safeguards exist to balance public safety and privacy. While these searches represent a tiny fraction of millions conducted, the audit also uncovered about 20 internal searches by the department, some under investigation. As cities like Dayton pause camera use over similar concerns, Columbus stands by its tech as a crime-solving tool — but with tighter data-sharing rules and ongoing oversight. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cebe22a6342848e5