The Columbus Division of Police last week announced the launch of a mobile application intended to empower Columbus residents with up-to-date news and alerts and better connect citizens with their police force.
The new app – Columbus Police Mobile – is available through the iOS and Google Play app stores, according to a press release.
"We want to offer our community the best in technology and access, and that means making [CPD] services and information available to mobile users," Police Chief Thomas Quinlan said in the statement.
Added Mayor Andrew J. Ginther: "The Columbus Police Mobile App allows people to interact with police in a variety of ways and to receive alerts important to public safety."
The app, designed by Austin-based MobilePD, provides Columbus residents with news, alerts, crime maps, photos, quick access to CPD's Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube feeds, and the ability to send CPD anonymous tips.
"I am very proud our Division of Police is leading the way in using technology to engage the public to solve some of our most pressing public safety issues," said Councilmember Emmanuel V. Remy, chair of city council's public service and transportation committee.
"We recognize that people are consuming information in new ways, and we need our public safety divisions as accessible as possible to meet the evolving needs and expectations of our communities."
Always call 9-1-1 for emergencies. CPD's non-emergency phone number is (614) 645-4545.
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