NewsWFLA News TampaAugust 3, 2026Hillsborough
DeFlock tracks nationwide automated license plate reader locations
An organization called DeFlock has launched a crowdsourced map to track the locations of automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras across the United States. The project aims to provide transparency regarding the growing use of surveillance technology by law enforcement agencies and private companies like Flock Safety.
Read the full story at WFLA News TampaWhy It Matters
Residents can use the DeFlock map to identify the presence of surveillance cameras in their local neighborhoods, which are used by law enforcement to track vehicle license plates.
Key Facts
- DeFlock was founded in 2024 by Will Freeman to track ALPR camera locations.
- There are over 118,000 ALPR cameras currently in the United States.
- There are over 3,300 ALPR cameras in the tri-state area.
- New York City contains over 1,000 ALPR cameras.
- 90 cities have either rejected or canceled contracts for Flock Safety cameras.
- Flock Safety produces license plate-reading cameras, drones, and audio detection devices.
- Garrett Langley founded Flock Safety to address concerns regarding crime clearance rates.
Who's Mentioned
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