North Vancouver RCMP are embracing technology to become more responsive and make a better use of their resources. Now you can report certain crimes in North Vancouver by spending just 15 minutes online.
They have started an online crime reporting page, hoping to make things easier for residents. They have explained in a press release why they have done it and how it works:
What is online crime reporting?
It is a tool that allows users to report minor incidents online without calling the police.
Why is the RCMP doing it?
To ensure frontline officers are focusing on priority public safety investigations
To help supervisors to direct resources where they’re most needed
To allow officers to focus on more proactive initiatives
To respond to the community’s request for more modern, innovative and accessible services
To increase the time available for officers to engage with the community
How does it work?
Users start with an interactive map into which they enter the location of the incident
Then, residents describe the type of incident they wish to report
If the type of incident qualifies, then an email verification process begins
After email verification, the user provides more detail about the incident
The report is filed and the user is provided a file number
What types of reports are eligible?
You can use online crime reporting if:
You have lost something that costs less than $5000
Someone has stolen something from you that costs less than $5000
Someone has vandalized your property or vehicle and it will cost less than $5000 to repair it
The crime happened within the jurisdiction of the North Vancouver RCMP
You can not use online crime reporting if:
There is a witness or suspect
There are lost or stolen items involving personal identity, firearms, licence plates or decals
Which crimes are eligible for online reporting?
Damage/mischief to any of your property valued under $5000
Damage/mischief to your vehicle valued under $5000
Hit and Run to your unoccupied vehicle or to your property
Theft of your bike if it is valued under $5000
Theft of other property valued under $5000
Theft from your vehicle valued under $5000
Lost property
What information will the RCMP need from users?
Name
Address
Phone number
Email
How long will it take?
A typical report will take 15 minutes to complete.
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