Rep. Thomas Massie has announced his intention to introduce a bill that would withhold federal money from local governments that install Flock cameras, citing concerns over the surveillance of law-abiding citizens. This move comes amid growing resident backlash against the expansion of Flock cameras in Northern Kentucky.
Local Backlash
In recent weeks, the city of Newport has backtracked on a proposal to implement Flock cameras due to widespread resident opposition. Meanwhile, neighboring Kenton County is still considering the implementation of these cameras, a decision that has also sparked anger among residents. The city of Erlanger has already installed Flock cameras and continues to use them.
Supporters of the cameras argue that they can help improve public safety by allowing police to more easily track down perpetrators of crimes. However, opponents claim that the cameras are an invasion of privacy, particularly in areas like parks where residents expect a degree of privacy.
Original reporting: WLWT Cincinnati — read the source article.
