West Hartford Evaluates Flock Camera Use Amid Privacy Issues

WHO:

AZ Family - Mooresville Police Chief Ron Campurciani stated that officer Elizabeth Snowman was not truthful when asked why she accessed the Flock system.

AZ Family - Officer Elizabeth Snowman was hired in January 2025 and is still employed, pending a decision from human resources regarding her potential termination.

AZ Family - Mooresville Police Chief Ron Campurciani stated that officer Elizabeth Snowman was charged with accessing computers and was given a $5,000 bond at the Iredell County Detention Center.

WTNH - Connecticut Gov. Ned Lamont (D) is calling for a review of the increased statewide use of safety cameras and automated license plate readers (ALPR).

CT News Junkie - Town officials of West Hartford are involved in the review of the Flock Safety camera program.

WHAT:

AZ Family - Of the 31 searches Snowman conducted, 29 were for motor vehicle infractions and 2 were listed as burglary or robbery.

AZ Family - Campurciani mentioned that they are looking into at least 10 other cases involving officers and Flock cameras, with three of those being problematic.

AZ Family - Of the 31 times that Snowman accessed Flock cameras, two instances occurred while she was off-duty.

AZ Family - Mooresville Police Chief Ron Campurciani stated that they are looking into at least 10 other cases involving officers and Flock cameras, with three of those being problematic.

AZ Family - Of the 31 times that Snowman accessed Flock cameras, 29 were for motor vehicle infractions and 2 were listed as burglary or robbery.

AZ Family - Mooresville police are looking into at least 10 other cases involving officers and Flock cameras, with three of them being problematic.

WTNH - Lamont is asking for all municipalities to pause installation of cameras as new guidance is developed.

AZ Family - Mooresville Police Chief Ron Campurciani reported that officer Elizabeth Snowman accessed Flock cameras 31 times for personal use.

CT News Junkie - There are 34 Flock Safety cameras operating throughout West Hartford.

CT Mirror - The town of Milford has seen significant opposition to Flock cameras, highlighted by a raucous town meeting.

WHERE:

CT News Junkie - The review of the Flock camera program took place in West Hartford.

CT Mirror - Milford, Connecticut, is noted as a location of significant opposition to Flock cameras.

WHY:

WTNH - Lamont stated that residents are "justifiably concerned" about privacy issues resulting from the technology.

CBS News US - Privacy groups are raising concerns that police may be using Flock cameras for improper reasons, which has led to increased scrutiny of the technology.

CT News Junkie - The review includes discussions on the technology’s effectiveness and privacy implications.

HOW:

AZ Family - Snowman was scheduled to work and was arrested when she started her shift.

AZ Family - An arrest warrant indicated that Snowman allegedly accessed the Flock cameras to obtain information on the vehicle of her boyfriend’s ex-wife.

AZ Family - Mooresville police conduct an audit of the license plate readers every 30 days, requiring officers to provide a reason for accessing Flock cameras.

CT News Junkie - The review was conducted during a Town Council Public Safety Committee meeting.

(UPDATED August 8, 2026 11:23 UTC)

Mooresville Police Chief Ron Campurciani announced that officer Elizabeth Snowman was not truthful about her reasons for accessing the Flock system, which she used to conduct 31 searches, primarily for motor vehicle infractions. Out of those searches, 29 were related to traffic violations, while 2 were categorized as burglary or robbery, and Campurciani indicated that they are investigating at least 10 other cases involving officers and Flock cameras, with three of those raising concerns. Snowman was arrested at the start of her scheduled shift.

(UPDATED August 8, 2026 10:22 UTC)

Officer Elizabeth Snowman, who was hired in January 2025, is currently under review by human resources regarding her potential termination. She accessed Flock cameras 31 times, with two of those instances occurring while she was off-duty, and Mooresville Police Chief Ron Campurciani has revealed they are investigating at least 10 other cases involving officers and Flock cameras, three of which are considered problematic. An arrest warrant has indicated that Snowman allegedly accessed the cameras to gather information on the vehicle of her boyfriend’s ex-wife.

(UPDATED August 7, 2026 22:29 UTC)

Mooresville Police Chief Ron Campurciani announced that officer Elizabeth Snowman has been charged with unauthorized access to computers and has been released on a $5,000 bond. Snowman accessed Flock cameras 31 times, primarily for motor vehicle infractions, with two instances related to burglary or robbery, and the department is now investigating at least ten other cases involving officers and these cameras. The Mooresville police conduct regular audits of the license plate readers every 30 days, which require officers to justify their access to the Flock cameras.

(UPDATED August 7, 2026 20:38 UTC)

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont is calling for a review of the increased use of safety cameras and automated license plate readers across the state, asking all municipalities to pause their installation while new guidance is developed. This comes after Mooresville Police Chief Ron Campurciani revealed that Officer Elizabeth Snowman accessed Flock cameras thirty-one times for personal reasons, raising concerns about privacy. Lamont emphasized that residents are "justifiably concerned" about the implications of this technology, prompting the need for a thorough examination.

(UPDATED August 7, 2026 18:40 UTC)

Privacy groups are expressing concerns that police may be misusing Flock cameras, prompting heightened scrutiny of this technology. The issue has gained attention as advocates call for clearer regulations on surveillance practices. As the debate continues, many are watching closely to see how law enforcement agencies will address these allegations.

(UPDATED August 7, 2026 17:48 UTC)

West Hartford town officials are currently reviewing the Flock Safety camera program, which includes discussions on the technology's effectiveness and privacy implications. There are 34 Flock Safety cameras operating throughout West Hartford, while Milford, Connecticut, has experienced significant opposition to these cameras, as highlighted by a raucous town meeting. This review took place during a Town Council Public Safety Committee meeting, reflecting the ongoing debate surrounding surveillance technology in local communities.