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Resident raises concerns about 'flock' license-plate cameras; police chief cites case where cameras helped free kidnapping victim
Summary
A resident questioned the city's use of 'flock' license-plate cameras during public comment; Police Chief Alan McDearmond responded that the cameras helped free a kidnapping victim a few years ago.
During public comment at the April 27 Hartselle City Council meeting, resident Tex Terzopoulos came forward to express concerns about the city's use of "flock" license-plate cameras.
Council President Dr. Charles M. Gill II asked Police Chief Alan McDearmond to respond. Chief McDearmond said, in account to the council, that the use of the flock cameras had helped "free a kidnapping victim a few years back." No other members of the public offered comment.
The minutes record the exchange but do not show further discussion, policy direction or immediate action by the council. The topic may return to a future meeting if council or staff decide to review camera use policies.
