Google Data Aids Police Investigations But Raises Privacy Concerns

Google location and search data helps police find suspects, but also sweeps up innocent people.

Police use warrants for anyone's location near a crime or searches for certain terms, instead of targeted suspects.

Law enforcement says the data solves crimes, but rights groups call it unconstitutional fishing expeditions.

Limiting tracking could curb potential for abuse, but tech companies hold much power over privacy.

You can minimize Google's data collection, but have little control over how it's used. More protections are needed.