Roanoke police say online tool for reporting crime now running smoothly
While the tool launched back in November, it had a few bugs
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The tool was launched back in November, but so far, only about 75 reports have been collected.
With some bugs now worked out, police said with less staff available, this could allow people to get help as officers handle other violent crimes.
“Someone could be sitting at home for an hour or two, unfortunately, while that incident is taking place before an officer is able to get there and make a report,” explained Sgt. William Drake.
Created by its own IT department, Roanoke police said that the feature is also cost-efficient and secures the database of information.