Wave of Flock Camera Thefts and Vandalism Hits Minnesota Cities
All eight Flock cameras in Winona, Minnesota, have been stolen, with poles cut down and cameras removed. This incident is part of a larger trend of theft and vandalism targeting Flock cameras in various cities across Minnesota, including Duluth, Plymouth,…
Minneapolis St. Paul, MN, August 4, 2026 —
A recent incident in Winona, Minnesota, where all eight Flock security cameras were stolen after their supporting poles were cut down, highlights a growing concern across the state. This event is not isolated; it is part of an escalating trend of theft and vandalism targeting Flock cameras in multiple Minnesota municipalities.
Cities such as Duluth, Plymouth, Faribault, Edina, and Anoka County have also reported similar incidents involving the theft or damage of Flock camera systems. These cameras are often utilized by law enforcement agencies for public safety and crime prevention purposes.
The financial impact of these incidents is substantial. The cost to replace each stolen camera and its accompanying pole is estimated to be approximately $3,000. The full extent of the financial losses across all affected cities has not been detailed.
Information regarding the specific timelines of these thefts in cities other than Winona, or details about any ongoing investigations, arrests, or permit statuses related to the camera installations, was not provided in the summary. The exact number of cameras stolen or vandalized in cities other than Winona also remains unspecified.
Story summarized from the original created by Emily Baude on kstp.com, see more information here.
