“Darth Vader” Uses Dark Side to Mock Controversial Surveillance Cameras: 'The Emperor is a Fan of Flock'
A man dressed as Darth Vader mocked Flock surveillance cameras at a San Diego City Council meeting, saying the technology would help find "rebel scum."
TL;DR
- A man dressed as Darth Vader mockingly spoke in favor of Flock police surveillance cameras at a San Diego City Council meeting.
- He used Star Wars references, suggesting the technology would help 'the Emperor' find 'rebel scum' and children.
- Concerns were raised that Flock cameras track more than just license plates, potentially following children and enabling stalking.
- The San Diego Police Department uses Flock ALPR cameras at around 500 locations for law enforcement purposes.
- Police state the ALPR database is restricted, data is retained for 30 days, and deleted unless part of an active investigation.