A new website will allow people to report smaller crimes to Atlantic City police.
It was created through software vendor ProPhoenix Corporation,
The person reporting must complete basic information about their identity and the details of the incident. There is also the option to add picture or attachments.
The online report will be reviewed by police department personnel to ensure that it meets the necessary criteria. If a report is needed in-person, the reporter will get an email advising them.
“Our goal with this program is to assist the public in being able to report certain incidents on their own terms without the need to report in-person,” Chief James Sarkos said. “By reporting online, this will free up our patrol officers and allow them the opportunity to focus on other areas such as traffic enforcement and issues impacting the quality of life of our residents and visitors.”
Anyone can still call or come in to make a report if they prefer.
The following incidents can be reported, unless there is a known suspect, an injury has occurred or there is physical evidence that must be recovered.
Minor Theft ($200 or less): Does not include breaking or entering. Examples include theft from an unsecured shed, package thefts and theft of an unsecured bicycle.
Lost Property: Property that has been misplaced. Examples include, property you can't find, items left at a restaurant, on a bus or dropped from a purse or briefcase, items missing from home or on the Boardwalk.
Vandalism ($500 or less): The act of changing, modifying or defacing public or private property including vehicles. Examples include graffiti, knocking over mail boxes, throwing a rock through a window or damage to a vehicle.
Identity Theft: Obtaining someone else's personal identifying information and using it illegally. Examples include someone who obtains a credit card using your Social Security number or obtains other services using your personal information such as cell phone service or cable TV.
Harassment/Annoying Phone Calls: Repeated contact with the intent to inconvenience, alarm, annoy or is offensive. Examples include immediate hang-ups, obscene language, text/voice messages with no suspects or evidence.
