ICYMI: West Palm Beach Police Department Unveils Online Reporting System For Citizen Use

From City of West Palm Beach:

January 21, 2021

In line with West Palm Beach Mayor Keith James’ commitment to prioritizing public safety in the City, the West Palm Beach Police Department has implemented a new online reporting system to enhance response efficiency. The Desk Officer Reporting System (DORS) is an online tool whereby residents can submit details of “minor” incidents and provide officers the information needed for investigation ahead of time. The goal is to improve the efficiency of developing a police report, to streamline incoming calls, and to mitigate the threat of COVID-19 to police officers and the public.

Examples of incidents that can be filed through DORS includes vehicular accidents that do not involve fatalities or injuries, shoplifting, details about ongoing bullying, crime tips and more. Before using this online system, residents must be sure that:

• The incident is NOT an emergency,
• The incident occurred within the West Pam Beach City limits,
• The perpetrator of the crime, and their whereabouts, is unknown,
• The event did not occur on a state highway,
• A valid email address is available to file the online report,
• The person submitting the report is at least 18 years of age

The West Palm Beach Police Department remains committed to resolving all instances of crime or concern throughout the City. To learn more about DORS, or to submit a report, please visit: http://www.wpb.org/dors. In the event of an emergency, dial 9-1-1. To learn more about the West Palm Beach Police Department, please visit: https://www.wpb.org/government/police-department/department-overview or call (561) 822-1900 (TTY: 800-955-8771).

This press release was produced by the City of West Palm Beach. The views expressed are the author's own.