Flock Safety Employees Allegedly Watched Children’s Gymnastics Classes During Police Demos

Reports have surfaced regarding the unauthorized use of surveillance technology at the Marcus Jewish Community Center (MJCC) in Dunwoody, Georgia, where employees of the surveillance firm Flock Safety allegedly accessed live camera feeds of children’s gymnastics classes.

The incidents occurred during sales demonstrations intended for other police departments, where Flock Safety personnel used the existing camera network to showcase the company’s surveillance capabilities to potential clients.

City Council Response and Contract Approval

The issue became a focal point of a Dunwoody City Council meeting on April 13, 2026. During the session, residents and speakers condemned the council for its agreement with Flock Safety, specifically citing concerns over data breaches and the privacy of minors.

Despite these objections, the Dunwoody City Council approved a Flock Safety agreement on April 14, 2026. Council members stated they were satisfied with the guard rails included in a modified version of the contract, though they acknowledged that further work remained to be done regarding the implementation of the system.

Company Apology and Scope of Access

Flock Safety officials issued an apology to the leadership of the Marcus Jewish Community Center for the use of the facility’s cameras for demonstration purposes. The company’s actions involved logging into the Dunwoody network to access feeds from various sensitive locations.

Beyond the gymnastics room, allegations and evidence suggest that Flock senior staff accessed feeds from other community areas, including a local pool, fitness studios, libraries, and playgrounds.

The controversy has highlighted the tension between the deployment of automated license plate readers and broader surveillance tools and the privacy expectations of citizens using community and educational spaces.