Flock Safety Denies Sending Cease and Desist Letters Amid Surveillance Debate

On Thursday, July 11, 2026, Flock Safety faced backlash after alleged cease and desist letters surfaced online, claiming the company demanded the cessation of discussions about its surveillance technology. The letters, initially posted by the Instagram account of The Saturday Salon, sparked widespread criticism and raised questions about Flock's commitment to public debate.

Flock's Response to Allegations

Flock Safety's chief strategy officer, Rahul Sidhu, quickly refuted the claims, labeling the letters as part of a mass disinformation campaign. "Flock never sent this letter, these people made it up (with a forged signature) to try to manipulate people," Sidhu stated. He emphasized that Flock supports open discussions about its technology.

In an official statement, Dan Haley, Flock's chief legal officer, confirmed the existence of forged letters circulating online. "To be clear: these letters did not come from me or from anyone at Flock. We welcome and encourage public debate about our technology," Haley remarked.

Details of the Alleged Cease and Desist Letters

The letters that went viral contained demands for The Saturday Salon to halt conversations regarding Flock's surveillance practices. One letter, reportedly found taped to The Saturday Salon's door, garnered significant attention with over 3,000 likes on Instagram.

Haley noted discrepancies in the letters, including his title being misrepresented as "Head of Legal Affairs Division" instead of chief legal officer. Additionally, the email address listed on the letter bounced back, raising further doubts about its authenticity.

Community Reaction and Future Discussions

The Saturday Salon expressed a desire for dialogue, stating they would welcome representatives from Flock to share their views. Schuyler Lifschultz, a member of the group, said, "We are politically neutral and not a business. We would love to have somebody from Flock come in and tell their views and give a lecture."

Another forged letter, shared by musician Noah Orion, accused him of unauthorized dissemination of materials that criticized Flock. This letter also exhibited unusual characteristics, including awkward phrasing and incorrect company names.

• Flock's chief legal officer: Dan Haley
• Allegations of forged letters: Confirmed by Flock
• Community's response: Desire for open dialogue