NORTH ANDOVER — The police department is launching a "Police App" for iPhone and Android users for town residents.
The app is available free from iTunes and Android Marketplace.
The app is under My Police Department or "MyPD."
Police Chief Paul Gallagher said one of his goals when being promoted recently was to be in the forefront of technology.
The app will be a citizen-friendly initiative for the community policing and Neighborhood Watch programs.
Citizens can check for police alerts from the Neighborhood Watch program, and social media postings, contact department personnel, submit complaints or commendations, crime tips or photographs right from their smart phone.
North Andover officers assigned to the computer investigations unit worked with Peabody Police Detective Peter Olson in launching the app.
Detective Olson was the creator of the app and is working with numerous other police departments throughout the country, Gallagher said.
The police department will continue to have additional features with the app and appreciates any suggestions from residents.
Residents can email crimewatch@napd.us with questions, or download the app.
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