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Employee used Flock cameras to track ex-wife, metro Atlanta police department says
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· August 28, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points A complaint from the ex-wife prompted the investigation, which found numerous searches of her vehicle's license plate in 2025. The investigation began after a complaint was filed, and the results showed improper use of the system over several months.
An internal investigation led to the termination of a police department employee. The employee, a supervisor, had accessed a license plate reader system for personal use. This system, used by law enforcement, had been utilized to track the employee's ex-wife's vehicle.
The investigation began after a complaint was filed, and the results showed improper use of the system over several months. Further details about the incident are available from the source.
A complaint from the ex-wife prompted the investigation, which found numerous searches of her vehicle's license plate in 2025.
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Category: safety Published: August 28, 2026 Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News Reading time: 1 min
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