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You Can Now Destroy Flock Cameras for Cash in GTA V

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You Can Now Destroy Flock Cameras for Cash in GTA V

A new mod for Grand Theft Auto V has introduced a unique feature that allows players to destroy Flock Safety’s automatic license plate reader (ALPR) cameras scattered throughout the fictional city of Los Santos. The mod, which mirrors real-world surveillance technology used by law enforcement, rewards players with in-game currency for disabling these devices. Flock Safety, a company known for its network of cameras that track vehicle data for police departments, has become a frequent subject of privacy debates. By integrating these specific cameras into the game, the mod creator highlights the growing public discourse surrounding mass surveillance and data collection. While the mod is purely for entertainment within the sandbox environment of GTA V, it reflects a broader cultural pushback against the ubiquity of automated license plate recognition systems in modern urban environments.

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