Use New Mobile App to Tip Pa. State Police on Suspicious Activity
The Pennsylvania State Police has launched “See Something, Send Something,” a mobile app that lets users report suspicious activity directly to police.
By Melissa Daniels | PA Independent HARRISBURG — Spying on your neighbors has never been so interactive – or government-regulated. The Pennsylvania State Police announced the launch of “See Something, Send Something,” a mobile app that lets users report suspicious activity directly to police. The focus is specifically to prevent potential terrorist attacks. But these apps open the door for all kinds of personals boundary invasions. Any smartphone user will be able to take a picture of a fellow citizen and deliver it straight to state police under the pretense that something is off – and from there, who knows how data will be used. In other news: Police Can Impersonate Via Text, Court Rules App users can anonymously send text or photo tips …
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Beguine
8:40 pm on Friday, January 25, 2013
A double-edged sword. I do not believe the police need extra help. I DO believe that being a good neighbor is the BEST defense against crime. OMG 2. more ›