Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has expressed concerns about the potential partnership between the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) and Flock Safety, a company that provides automated license plate readers. In a statement issued on Thursday, Bass stated that Flock Safety has ‘lost the trust of Angelenos and residents of other cities across the country.’ She emphasized that this breach of trust is especially pronounced in immigrant communities, which have been targeted by federal policies.
Bass urged the LAPD to consider another company that does not share data with external entities. Her comments come amidst ongoing debates over privacy and surveillance in cities like Los Angeles. The mayor’s intervention highlights the importance of choosing technology partners who prioritize community trust and privacy.
