The American periodical Popular Communications reports that police in Lower Paxton Township in Pennsylvania are giving residents the opportunity to sign up to receive up-to-the-minute crime reports.
It's a free service via email and SMS with information about local crime incidents.
The updates include information on things like a spate of car break-ins or suspects on the loose.
The townsfolk love the service which helps keep down the level of crime in this American hamlet.
This seems like a great idea for Australia's eight Police Services to take on board.
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PAUL TULLY: PaulGTully@gmail.com
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