A Washington Post investigation reveals at least 11 instances of unauthorized access to Flock Safety’s license plate reader network, including former and suspended police officers. Flock operates over 120,000 cameras nationwide, aiding law enforcement in vehicle tracking. The findings exacerbate concerns about the company’s surveillance technology and oversight. Experts suggest basic cybersecurity measures could have prevented these breaches, noting Flock’s alleged reluctance to implement stricter controls like multifactor authentication due to potential friction with law enforcement clients. The controversy adds to the ongoing debate between privacy advocates concerned about mass surveillance and proponents who highlight the technology’s role in crime solving and locating missing individuals.