The Fort Wayne Police Department has launched a new Engage Fort Wayne page dedicated to providing information and answering community questions about the Department’s use of Flock Safety license plate reader cameras.
Fort Wayne Police Department news release:
FWPD Launches Engage Fort Wayne Page to Answer Questions About Flock Cameras
Fort Wayne, Indiana (July 21, 2026) — The Fort Wayne Police Department has launched a new Engage Fort Wayne page dedicated to providing information and answering community questions about the Department’s use of Flock Safety license plate reader cameras.
The page provides residents with a centralized source of information about how the cameras work, how FWPD uses the technology, what information is collected, how long data is retained, who may access the system, and what safeguards are in place to prevent misuse.
“Public trust requires transparency, especially when law enforcement uses emerging technology,” Police Chief Paul Smith said. “This page gives residents an opportunity to learn how the system works, understand the restrictions governing its use, and submit questions directly to the Department.”
The Engage Fort Wayne page addresses frequently asked questions about topics including:
- The purpose and capabilities of Flock cameras
- Privacy and data retention
- Access by other law enforcement agencies
- Search requirements and auditing
- Data security
- Camera locations, funding, and maintenance
- Investigative uses of the system
- Prohibited uses, including general surveillance and automated traffic enforcement
Flock cameras take still images of vehicles traveling on public roadways and may record information such as a license plate, vehicle make, body type, color, and distinguishing characteristics. The system does not use facial recognition and is not used to issue automated speeding, parking, or red-light citations.
FWPD uses the system as an investigative tool to help identify vehicles associated with serious crimes, stolen vehicles, wanted persons, missing persons, and other incidents in which vehicle information may assist an investigation.
Residents may review the information and submit questions through the Engage Fort Wayne website.
The Department will continue updating the page as additional questions are received and new information becomes available.
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