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New Bedford Police Department: Automated License Plate Readers

Flock brand automated license plate reader affixed to a light pole.
An example of a Flock Safety automated license plate reader.
Credit: Redlands Police Department
Agency New Bedford Police Department
Location New Bedford, MA
Technology Automated License Plate Readers
Vendor Flock Safety

The New Bedford Police Department uses automated license plate readers, as of July 2025. The city uses at least one Flock Safety camera as of July 2026.

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News article (25 News)
New article (New Bedford Light)

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Cameras attached to fixed locations or to patrol cars that are used to track license plates.

Flock brand automated license plate reader affixed to a light pole.
An example of a Flock Safety automated license plate reader.
Credit: Redlands Police Department