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Cities End Contracts with Flock Safety at Increased Rate in August

An advocacy group reports that American localities are increasingly terminating contracts with Flock Safety, with 90 cities and counties ending their relationships in August 2026 alone. Concerns over surveillance practices, data sharing, and costs are driving this trend.

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An advocacy group reports that American localities are increasingly terminating contracts with Flock Safety, with 90 cities and counties ending their relationships in August 2026 alone. Concerns over surveillance practices, data sharing, and costs are driving this trend.

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Cities terminate Flock contracts at record pace in August

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Cities End Contracts with Flock Safety at Increased Rate in August