Berwyn, IL – The Berwyn Police Department announced today that it has suspended all data sharing through Flock Safety Technology following concerns expressed by residents about how automated license plate reader information is handled. The move takes effect immediately and is intended to allow time for further dialogue with the community.
According to the Berwyn Police Department, the temporary suspension is meant to create space for discussion and review after residents raised new questions about privacy, data-sharing practices, and comparisons to how agencies in other cities have used Flock systems. Officials said they want to ensure the public fully understands the department’s policies and safeguards.
The department emphasized that all data collected through Flock cameras is handled under strict retention schedules and released only in response to lawful requests. Police also reaffirmed their commitment to Berwyn’s Welcoming Ordinance, which prohibits using Flock data for immigration enforcement under any circumstances.
Police noted that while concerns merit careful consideration, fully terminating the city’s contract with Flock would significantly impact public safety operations. According to officials, the technology has played a key role in solving violent crimes, locating missing persons, recovering stolen vehicles, and identifying dangerous suspects.
Berwyn police leaders said they remain committed to transparency and open dialogue as discussions continue. “We value our partnership with the community,” the department stated, adding that maintaining both safety and public trust remains their top priority moving forward.
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