Flock Cameras Solve Crime, Face Shutdown | Tampa News

A hit-and-run in St. Petersburg was solved thanks to Flock cameras—license plate readers that caught the suspect’s vehicle—but the state is now phasing them out in 30 days, sparking debate. While police praise the tech for catching criminals and protecting public safety, critics like Tobi and Lauren Downing worry about privacy erosion and potential misuse, questioning whether sacrificing freedom for security is worth it. 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/3fc297143b9a5fc1