Source: City of Coweta
COWETA — The Coweta Police Department has launched a new online reporting system through LexisNexis for certain nonviolent incidents that don’t require an immediate in-person officer response.
Eligible incidents for use with the new system include lost property, vandalism, theft, insurance-related reports and other nonviolent property-related incidents. Final eligibility for online reporting will depend on the details of the incident and department policy.
A full list of eligible incident types is available on the City of Coweta website, along with additional information on how to use LexisNexis to file a report.
“This new system gives Coweta residents another way to report nonviolent incidents and helps our department respond more efficiently—focusing officer time where it is needed most,” said Coweta Police Chief Mike Bell.
“It doesn’t replace in-person police response. Our officers will continue to respond as needed, but this is an important step in modern policing as we work to meet the needs of a growing community.”
Reports submitted through LexisNexis are reviewed by the department’s administrative sergeant.
Depending on the information provided, a report may be returned for clarification, assigned to an officer or detective for follow-up, or filed as an information report. If officer follow-up is needed, dispatch will send an on-duty officer, or the report will be assigned for additional review.
This system is not intended to eliminate police response. Officers will continue to respond in person to emergencies, active incidents, and calls requiring an immediate police response. Community members should also continue to report incidents in person when appropriate.
The online reporting system is not an emergency response tool and is not monitored as one. Residents should call 911 if there is an emergency, including if a crime is actively happening or there is a threat to public safety.
To learn more, review frequently asked questions or file an eligible report, visit: https://www.cityofcoweta-ok.gov/339/LexisNexis-Reporting-System.
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