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A scandal over Flock license plate readers has erupted in New Bedford after an officer was placed on leave amid claims her ex-girlfriend says she used the system to track her. Reporter Anastasia Lennon broke the story, sparking citywide pauses on camera use and raising urgent questions about privacy as data can be accessed nationwide. The fallout spread beyond New Bedford, with neighboring towns reviewing or halting their own programs, and Rhode Island’s governor ordering a halt to new deployments. While the officer denies wrongdoing, police chief vows to investigate thoroughly — and Lennon continues digging. This case underscores the fragile balance between public safety and individual rights, spotlighting the need for transparency, accountability, and clear oversight as surveillance tech expands. Public trust hangs in the balance.

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