LAPD Ends Surveillance Contract with Flock Over Civil Liberties Concerns

The Los Angeles Police Department announced the termination of its agreement with surveillance company Flock. The contract, originally intended to expand citywide video monitoring, will not be renewed. Officials cited serious concerns about civil liberties and privacy protections. The decision follows public criticism of the technology’s facial‑recognition capabilities. City leaders said the move reflects a broader reassessment of surveillance tools. Flock’s services had been used in several pilot projects across Los Angeles. Community groups welcomed the lapse, urging stricter oversight of police data collection. The department will continue to evaluate alternative security measures. Observers will watch how the policy shift influences other municipalities. No immediate replacement contract has been announced.