Man in Darth Vader costume trolls government meeting on Flock cameras: ‘Emperor is a fan’

Published August 21, 2026 12:24pm ET | Updated August 21, 2026 12:24pm ET



A California man took a creative approach to protesting Flock cameras during a local meeting, donning a Darth Vader costume to troll their use. 

The man leaned into the Star Wars villain’s persona during a San Diego government meeting on Wednesday, promoting the virtues of the controversial tracking cameras in a satirical monologue. As public safety council members looked on, the man assumed the Sith Lord’s signature breathing, telling the audience he needed the technology to “stalk my ex-girlfriend,” in a reference to scandals where police officers have abused the system to track romantic interests.

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