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San Diego City Council hears public comment on police surveillance camera expansion
A resident dressed as Darth Vader provided public comment at a San Diego City Council committee meeting on Wednesday to express support for the increased use of Flock surveillance cameras by police. The appearance occurred during a discussion regarding the city's police force and surveillance technology policies.
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The San Diego City Council is currently evaluating the use and expansion of automated license plate reader technology, which impacts privacy and law enforcement capabilities in the city.
Key Facts
- A San Diego City Council committee meeting was held on Wednesday.
- The meeting included public discussion regarding the use of Flock surveillance cameras.
- A resident appeared in a Darth Vader costume to voice support for the police and the use of the surveillance technology.
Who's Mentioned
personJennifer Campbell“San Diego City Councilmember addressed by the speaker.”organizationSan Diego Police Department“The police force discussed in the context of funding and surveillance.”organizationSan Diego City Council“The governing body holding the Public Safety Committee meeting.”personDarth Vader“A resident who provided public comment while wearing a costume.”organizationFlock Safety“The company providing surveillance camera technology used in San Diego.”organizationFlock“The company providing surveillance camera technology discussed at the meeting.”