The Rise of Resistance Against Mass Surveillance Cameras The recent vandalism of several Flock Safety cameras in Irmo, South Carolina, with foam sealant, is part of a growing trend: people pushing back against automated license plate readers (ALPRs) and other mass surveillance technologies.
This phenomenon has been unfolding across various communities in the United States, where residents are increasingly questioning the value and implications of these tools.
The widespread adoption of ALPRs by local governments, often with little public debate or oversight, has created an environment where concerns about privacy and misuse are being voiced more frequently.