Lee’s Summit police stop sharing Flock camera data

Lee’s Summit police stopped sharing Flock camera data with other jurisdictions after community outcry, changing how the department handles information collected by the automated camera system.

The decision affects data-sharing between Lee’s Summit and other law enforcement jurisdictions. Flock cameras collect vehicle-related information, and the department’s change means that information will no longer be shared with other jurisdictions under the previous arrangement.

The development was reported by KSHB 41 Kansas City. The report links the policy change to community concerns about the camera network and the sharing of its data.

The change does not, by itself, establish whether Lee’s Summit has ended its use of Flock cameras. It also does not establish whether the department will resume sharing data or adopt a different policy later.

Residents following the issue should look for the department’s formal policy, any public discussion by Lee’s Summit officials and clarification about whether the change applies to all jurisdictions or specific sharing agreements.