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Ring has launched a new integration with surveillance company Flock that allows law enforcement to request video footage from doorbell cameras through the Neighbors app. The Search Party feature, reportedly enabled by default, expands police access to residential surveillance networks. Privacy advocates express concerns about warrantless data sharing practices.

Expanding Surveillance Networks

Amazon’s Ring has integrated with video surveillance company Flock, creating new pathways for law enforcement agencies to access residential doorbell camera footage, according to reports. The partnership enables police departments using Flock’s Nova or FlockOS platforms to request video from Ring users through the company’s Neighbors app via a new Community Request program.