Watertown Police Investigate Theft of License Plate Camera

Watertown, NY, September 30, 2026 —

WATERTOWN, MA – Authorities in Watertown are actively investigating the reported theft of a Flock license plate camera. The incident was brought to the attention of the Watertown Police Department, which has since initiated a formal inquiry into the matter.

Details regarding the specific timing or location of the theft have not yet been fully disclosed by law enforcement officials. The nature of the investigation suggests that a piece of equipment, identified as a Flock license plate camera, has been unlawfully removed.

Flock Safety is a company that provides license plate reader (LPR) cameras to law enforcement agencies and private communities. These cameras are designed to capture images of license plates, which can then be used to identify vehicles of interest, including those associated with criminal activity or Amber Alerts. The theft of such a device could potentially impact the investigative capabilities of the department in the area where the camera was installed.

The Watertown Police Department has not released information about potential suspects or motives behind the theft at this time. The investigation is ongoing, and officials are working to gather all available evidence. Further updates are expected as the case progresses.

The contractor responsible for the installation and maintenance of the camera, as well as the specific model or cost of the stolen equipment, were not immediately available.

Police are urging anyone with information regarding the theft to come forward. The public can contact the Watertown Police Department directly with any relevant details that might assist in their investigation.

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