Columbus reviews officer’s Flock license plate searches tied to ‘ICE’ entry
COLUMBUS, Ohio — A Columbus police officer is under internal review after an audit found the officer conducted multiple searches of the city’s Flock Safety license plate reader system using “ICE” as the stated reason during a 10-minute period in February 2025, according to Columbus Dispatch. City officials say the searches are being examined to determine whether they complied with department policies and Columbus’ longstanding restrictions on assisting with civil immigration enforcement, WBNS reported.