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Monroe County Ends Use of Flock Safety License Plate Cameras

WXYZ-TV Detroit | Channel 7 · 1 month ago

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Monroe County Board of Commissioners voted 8-1 to end the use of over 40 license plate reader cameras operated by the sheriff's office. The decision reflects local debate over privacy and public safety.

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