Cudahy business removes Flock camera over growing privacy concerns

August 9, 2026 - 07:42

A Cudahy business has pulled its Flock safety cameras after customers raised growing concerns about surveillance and data collection. Eagle Sports Range, a local gun shop and shooting facility, decided to remove the devices following weeks of feedback from patrons who felt uneasy about having their license plates scanned.

The move comes as more residents across southeastern Wisconsin question the use of Flock cameras, which are typically mounted on poles and capture every plate that passes by. Supporters say the cameras help police solve crimes faster. But critics argue they create a permanent record of where people go, without a warrant or clear oversight.

The owner of Eagle Sports Range said the decision was not easy. The cameras had been installed as a security measure, and the shop still wants to keep its property safe. But after listening to regulars and hearing from people who said they would avoid the business because of the cameras, the owner chose to take them down.

This is not an isolated case. Several other towns in the area have seen heated debates over Flock cameras at public meetings. Some residents worry that data collected by private companies could be misused or shared too broadly. Others point out that innocent people get caught in the system just by driving through a neighborhood.

So far, no formal ban has been proposed in Cudahy. But the removal at Eagle Sports Range signals that businesses are starting to pay attention to how their customers feel about privacy. Whether other local shops follow suit remains to be seen. For now, the conversation is far from over.