A former Indiana sheriff’s deputy has been charged with felony official misconduct and misdemeanor fraud for allegedly abusing access to Flock camera technology to stalk his girlfriend for more than a year. Skylar Thompson, 31, faces accusations of conducting over 2,000 searches for his girlfriend's license plate between December 31, 2025, and August 2.
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department uncovered the alleged misuse during an internal audit of the Flock camera system, according to the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office. Prosecutors stated that Thompson reportedly listed these searches as being for “city planning/traffic analysis,” despite never being assigned duties related to those tasks.
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Department subsequently requested the Indiana State Police to investigate the matter. Thompson surrendered to authorities on Monday. He had resigned from the sheriff’s department the day he was confronted about the alleged abuse of the system. Reports indicate he also drove to his girlfriend’s home and admitted his actions.
"Law enforcement officers are entrusted with access to sensitive information and investigative tools, and that access must be used responsibly and only for legitimate law enforcement purposes," the Jackson County Prosecutor’s Office said in a statement. "No person is above the law, including those entrusted with enforcing it."
Flock cameras have been the subject of increased scrutiny regarding privacy concerns and the potential for misuse. A spokesperson for Flock Safety, Paris Lewbel, previously defended the technology as a critical public safety tool for law enforcement agencies, aiding in solving serious crimes, locating missing individuals, recovering stolen vehicles, and contributing to safer communities. Lewbel also stated the company supports legislation and safeguards that ensure responsible technology use while preserving law enforcement's ability to employ effective tools for public safety.