· Nelson County, VA · Contract ended
Nelson County, Virginia sheriff ends Flock contract effective immediately
Sheriff Mark Embrey terminated the office's Flock Safety contract effective Oct. 13, 2026, after a public town hall and resident concerns about privacy and potential misuse. He said the three cameras had been useful for deputies but would be removed by Flock soon. The sheriff said public safety and public trust both matter.
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