Officer Noel Pichardo faces multiple internal affairs probes after criticizing city’s Flock cameras

Noel Pichardo, a city official, publicly criticized his municipality’s adoption of Flock surveillance cameras, citing concerns about privacy and community impact. Within a period of less than two years, Pichardo became the subject of five separate internal‑affairs investigations conducted by the city’s oversight unit.

Each inquiry examined alleged misconduct or policy violations connected to Pichardo’s conduct, with the first probe following his public remarks and subsequent investigations triggered by additional incidents reported by the department. The series of investigations underscores the heightened scrutiny faced by officials who challenge the city’s surveillance strategy and reflects the department’s commitment to enforcing internal standards.