DeKalb deputy accused of misusing Flock camera arrested

DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office car. (Dean Hesse/ Appen Media)

DEKALB COUNTY, Ga. — A DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office deputy is out of a job and facing charges after he was accused of misusing Flock Safety camera technology.

“Sgt. Kabiru Salawu was charged with felony violation of oath of office and misdemeanor misuse of license plate data,” a news release from the Sheriff’s Office said. “His employment with the DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office has been terminated.”

Sheriff Melody Maddox said the public has a right to expect integrity from law enforcement officials.



“The misuse of law enforcement technology or confidential information for any unauthorized purpose is a serious breach of the public’s trust and will not be tolerated,” Maddox said. “When misconduct is identified, we act swiftly, hold those responsible accountable and remain committed to the highest ethical standards.”

Salawu had worked for the Sheriff’s Office since 2009. He’s currently in jail, being held without bond.

His arrest is the latest in a string of incidents in which Georgia police officers have been accused of misusing this technology. The Fayetteville Police Department fired three officers accused of using the license plate readers without a legitimate purpose, according to WSB-TV.

According to CBS Atlanta, at least 10 other Georgia police officers have faced similar allegations.

This story was provided by WABE media partner Decaturish.