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10+ officers arrested for misusing surveillance cameras. What tools are watching the watchers?
By Michael Doudna at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· July 14, 2026
· 2 min read
Already this year, more than 10 officers have been fired and charged for misusing surveillance technology.[DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]License plate reading cameras have become commonplace throughout the state. The technology helps officers solve crimes and track crim...
Key takeaway “The technology is terrible in the wrong hands,” Emory Professor Rajiv Garg said.
Why this matters in The Atlanta
The recent arrests of over 10 officers for misusing surveillance cameras in Atlanta raises concerns about the city's ability to balance public safety with individual privacy. As license plate reading cameras become increasingly prevalent throughout the state, it is crucial that law enforcement agencies implement robust measures to prevent abuse. The fact that a company like Flock Safety is offering audit-assistance tools to help departments identify and address misuse is a step in the right direction. However, it is ultimately up to the city's law enforcement agencies to opt in and enforce these measures, ensuring that they are not just relying on external solutions to address the problem. Atlanta residents need to know that their city is taking concrete steps to hold officers accountable for their actions and protect citizens' trust in the technology used to keep them safe.
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Category: safety ·
Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? Already this year, more than 10 officers have been fired and charged for misusing surveillance technology.[DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]License plate reading cameras have become commonplace throughout the state. The technology helps officers solve crimes and track crim...
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