The arrest and firing of three Gwinnett County police officers accused of misusing Flock license-plate-reader information is drawing renewed attention to the technology’s presence in Loganville and the safeguards governing its use.

A review of the DeFlock crowdsourced camera map shows 13 automated license-plate-reader locations within Loganville’s city limits.

That number should not be considered an official inventory of cameras owned or operated by the City of Loganville. DeFlock says its database is compiled through volunteer reports and OpenStreetMap data, meaning locations can be added, removed or reclassified. However, the map provides a picture of how extensively plate-reading technology has become part of Loganville’s public-safety landscape.

Flock cameras photograph passing vehicles and record information including license-plate numbers, vehicle descriptions, locations and times. Law-enforcement agencies can search that information when investigating crimes, locating stolen vehicles or looking for vehicles connected to missing and endangered people.

A juvenile has been charged following an investigation into social media threats involving students at Loganville Middle School, according to the Walton County Sheriff’s Office.

The threats were reportedly made Wednesday evening by several juveniles through social media. Investigators from the sheriff’s Criminal Investigations Division and Youth Services Division responded to the incident.

The juvenile who was charged and the juvenile’s parent were escorted to Juvenile Court and turned over to court officials. Because the person charged is a minor, authorities did not release a name or details about the specific charge.

The incident caused significant concern among local families. Approximately 30% of Loganville Middle School students were absent following the threats, disrupting classes and other instructional activities.

Walton County Sheriff Keith Brooks said threats against students, employees or school campuses will be investigated thoroughly, regardless of whether they are made online or in person.

Loganville residents are invited to gather on the Town Green for an evening honoring the firefighters, law enforcement officers and other public safety professionals who serve the community.

Public Safety Night will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 24, at the Loganville Town Green, located at 235 Main Street.

The free, family-friendly event will give residents an opportunity to meet local first responders, learn more about their work and get an up-close look at emergency vehicles and specialized equipment used by area fire and law enforcement agencies.

Children attending the event can enter for a chance to win a free bicycle. The first 100 attendees will also receive a complimentary slice of pizza.

Public Safety Night is designed to bring residents and first responders together in a relaxed setting while recognizing the men and women who work to protect Loganville and the surrounding community.

Families are encouraged to attend, explore the equipment displays and personally thank the public safety personnel who respond during emergencies and serve the community throughout the year.

Public Safety Night

• Date: Thursday, Sept. 24
• Time: 5–7 p.m.
• Location: Loganville Town Green, 235 Main Street, Loganville
• Admission: Free
• Activities: Emergency-equipment displays and opportunities to meet local public safety officers
• Giveaway: Children can enter for a chance to win a free bicycle
• Free food: Complimentary pizza for the first 100 attendees