Police Abuse

Georgia Cops Keep Getting Arrested for Misusing Flock Surveillance Data

Although Flock Safety’s auditing tools have helped catch the bad actors, more is needed to protect Americans’ privacy.

Autumn Billings | 7.24.2026 4:56 PM

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What the flock is happening in Georgia?

In just a matter of months, 18 law enforcement officers in the Peach State have been arrested for misusing Flock Safety camera data in what seems to be a deeply concerning trend, highlighting the need for stricter oversight of mass surveillance technologies. 

Late last week, the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office, located in metropolitan Atlanta, announced that Sgt. Kabiru Salawu had been fired, arrested, and charged for allegedly misusing Flock license plate reader technology but did not release details on which data were accessed or why, according to USA Today. The 17-year agency veteran faces one year in prison and up to a $5,000 fine for the misdemeanor offense and between one and five........

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