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Deputy fired and charged for alleged misuse of Flock camera
Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Mary Watson Gleason , as published by WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· August 20, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The individual, a 57-year-old former deputy, was taken into custody. The officer's alleged actions involved using an Automated License Plate Reader system for purposes unrelated to law enforcement.
A law enforcement officer's employment was terminated and he is now facing charges. This action follows an investigation into alleged improper use of a camera system. The individual, a 57-year-old former deputy, was taken into custody.
Details of the case are available, including the time period during which the alleged misconduct occurred. The officer's alleged actions involved using an Automated License Plate Reader system for purposes unrelated to law enforcement.
Further information about the incident and the resulting charges can be found through the original news source. The agency involved has taken steps to update its policies and implement additional safeguards to prevent similar incidents in the future.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 20, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
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