Flock Safety raises $275M from Andreessen Horowitz to expand drone manufacturing and crime-fighting tech

Flock Safety, an Atlanta tech startup known for its surveillance technology, has landed $275 million in fresh funding led by Andreessen Horowitz. The investment will fuel the company’s push into drone products and support the development of a new manufacturing facility, Reuters reports.

This funding round values Flock Safety at $7.5 billion, up from $4.8 billion last year. The company has now raised over $950 million, making it one of the most heavily funded startups in Atlanta, according to PitchBook.

Andreessen Horowitz’s third investment in Flock Safety is notable, given how rare it is for the firm to double down on a single company. Greenoaks Capital and Bedrock Capital also participated in the round.

“Flock Safety, an Atlanta, GA-based startup developing surveillance technology, has raised $275 million in new funding led by Andreessen Horowitz, as it invests in a manufacturing facility and expands into drone products,” Reuters reported.

Founded in 2017 by Garrett Langley, Matt Feury, and Paige Todd, Flock Safety sells security cameras and software designed to help law enforcement and businesses tackle crime. Its tech lineup includes License Plate Readers (LPRs), gunshot detection systems, AI-powered cameras, and Drone As First Responder (DFR) features. It also offers software for Real-Time Crime Centers and investigative tools.

Flock Safety Founders: Garrett Langley, Matt Feury, and Paige Todd

Tech Startup Fighting Crime and Keeping Neighborhoods Safe

The company reported surpassing $300 million in annual recurring revenue, a 70% increase over the past year. To gear up for an eventual public listing, Flock added Brandon Simins as CFO, though no IPO timeline has been set.

Flock plans to launch U.S.-made drones in 2025 and is constructing a 100,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Georgia. “I’m excited to bring more manufacturing in the U.S., which will give us more control over our supply chain and help with our mission to eliminate crime,” said CEO Garrett Langley.

Flock’s AI-powered surveillance systems are used by more than 4,800 law enforcement agencies and nearly 1,000 businesses, including major retailers and healthcare systems. Enterprise clients account for about 30% of its revenue.

Investments in law enforcement-focused startups are uncommon in Silicon Valley. But David George, general partner at Andreessen Horowitz, believes Flock’s growth proves the strength of the market.

“Flock Safety has one of the most compelling ROI (return on investment) equations to law enforcement that we’ve ever seen in software or hardware markets, in that they solve crime. Their ability to penetrate many police departments and have a very high market share can create a venture-scale outcome,” George said.

“Flock Safety’s pace of innovation and growth has been impressive as they expand their product suite to meet the evolving needs of emerging markets,” George added.

Flock Safety works with over 4,800 law enforcement agencies and nearly 1,000 businesses. Their client list includes 4 of the National Retail Federation’s Top 10 Retailers, 7 of the 10 largest U.S. shopping malls, and 10 of the 40 largest U.S. health systems.