GILBERT, Ariz. — The Gilbert Police Department has a new way to keep those reporting crimes informed on the progress of their investigations.
The police department has implemented a new technology to engage 911 callers and reporting parties with the most updated information about their cases.
The police department has started using a new system called SPIDR Tech. The fully automated system updates reporting parties via text message or email with the newest information and updates about their case as it becomes available.
“SPIDR Tech gives Gilbert PD the opportunity to gauge our performance and to gather valuable feedback from our community that will allow us to continue to improve on the services we provide,” said Gilbert Police Department Chief Michael Soelberg.
When callers contact the police department, they will receive a text that acknowledges their call. If they request a police officer, they will receive updates about when the officer will be sent to them.
Victims of crime will receive customized updates about their cases. This includes when the case is assigned to a detective and updates as their investigation progresses.
SPIDR Tech will also be available to Spanish language speakers.
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