Jamshedpur, Aug. 2: The Jamshedpur police on Tuesday launched a new initiative to register complaints through WhatsApp messenger. �We have started the �citizen police connect program� and connected all sub-inspector rank officers through WhatsApp number 7091091825.
�Through this number, people of Jamshedpur can complain, report, suggest or update the police about any criminal incident in their areas through audio, video clipping or images,� East Singhbhum SSP Anoop T Mathew said.
He said the police will swing into action as soon as any information related to crime, harassment of women, eve-teasing, traffic, law and order is received.
�The new initiatives, including WhatsApp messenger, will help police in getting relevant and timely information, which will help in the arrest those involved in illegal activities,� he said.
Requesting people to provide details about crime, traffic gridlocks, accidents or any other anti-social activities through WhatsApp Mathew said the department will use the application as a tool to curb crime.
The WhatsApp number is directly connected to the control room in the SSP office. Complaints can be made by a text message, photos or video clippings. Names of complainants will be kept confidential.
Residents can inform the police by messaging on the same number before going on a long leave. The officer promised quick and prompt action on complaints/information received through WhatsApp.
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