Have you seen those ugly black poles with small devices and panels on top?
Those are called FLOCK cameras, and they are popping up all around Richmond and all over the country. https://www.flocksafety.com/
Oh, also, they cost the cops over $2k per device…
These cameras are license plate readers, gunshot detectors, and cameras that are being deployed to "stop crime"- in reality, they amass a huge amount of data that any law enforcement agency in the country has access to effectively surveilling our every action.
We don't fuck with that!
Richmond has 97 of these. Three flock cameras have already been disabled and we hope you will join the festivities by ridding our city of these dystopian devices.
HELP MAP THEM:
See a flock, map a flock! If arent able or willing to disable these devices, you can still be astronomically helpful by reporting their location on this user populated map! https://deflock.me/
HOW TO DISABLE THEM:
Many cameras are mounted on poles which have a convinent seam around 4 foot. The poles are connected by six screws. Once the screws are loosened, the upper part of the pole containing the camera can be lifted off. This is VERY lightweight. Once separated, you can spray paint the lens, smash it, or find another creative way to disable it! They likely have tracking devices built in so disabling them on site is best.
For loosening the bolts- you will want a TT27 bit (a TT25 bit will also work). This is a "security" torx bit, and can be found in major hardware stores for affixing to a screwdriver or a socket wrench. Maybe an electric screwdriver one would speed up your process!
If you can't find a bit, or just CANT WAIT to begin, using a set of pliers (like the kind youd find on a leatherman multi tool) works just fine.
If you're REALLY in a pinch, we were able to loosen one with just our fingers, though we do not recommend this method.
So! Get a buddy (minimum one to address the device, and another to look out), mask up, leave your phones, wear gloves, and get to work!
Spread the word of your work- send info to rrn_submissions@tutamail.com
using a one time use email address like yopmail.com or tempmail.ninja
SPREAD WIDELY! TELL YOUR FRIENDS!
We hope that the idea of a surveillance free city is music to your ears.
With love,
Anti Surveillance Measures: Richmond (ASMR)
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