A Different Approach to 3-1-1: Using Social Media to Decrease Crimes within Communities

By: Cherie Ching   Police departments are taking advantage of the convenience and efficiency of social media, such as Twitter, to allow residents to participate in locking down on nonemergency crimes.  With an increased reliance on social media, police anticipate more citizens to report nonemergency crimes and prospective crimes, however, risking the safety of the… Read More A Different Approach to 3-1-1: Using Social Media to Decrease Crimes within Communities