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Flock cameras across Minnesota are being vandalized in response to data privacy concerns
Summary by The Minneapolis Editorial Desk Ryan Pattee , as published by KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC)
· August 6, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway This incident occurred on June 23rd and is the fourth such case in Edina since 2023.
Vandalism has been reported in Edina, where a Flock camera was damaged. The camera, located along France Avenue, was found with a glue-like substance on its lens and a section dangling by a cable. This incident occurred on June 23rd and is the fourth such case in Edina since 2023.
The damaged camera is a significant loss, given its expensive technology. The device itself is valued at several thousand dollars, and the pole it is mounted on adds to the overall cost. Further details on the vandalism and its impact are available from local authorities and news sources.
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Category: local Published: August 6, 2026 Source: KSTP 5 Eyewitness News (ABC) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? Vandalism has been reported in Edina, where a Flock camera was damaged. The camera, located along France Avenue, was found with a glue-like substance on its lens and a section dangling by a cable…
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