New Confidential Crime Hotline Now Open in New Paltz, NY

The New Paltz Police Department recently unveiled a new resource: a hotline for local residents to leave confidential tips for crimes committed in the area.

According to the NPPD, the tip line, which is available by phone call, text, and email, is meant to be "a dedicated and confidential way to report concerns, hate crimes/ bias-motivated incidents, suspicious activity, or any other incidents affecting the safety and well-being of the community".

Hudson Valley Police Departments' Best Practices for Emergencies

Recently, several Hudson Valley law enforcement agencies have shared messages with the public regarding the best way to get in contact with police to both report crimes that have happened as well as emergencies currently in progress. The Sullivan County Sheriff's Office, for example, recently reminded residents to call 911 to report a crime instead of sending a message on social media.

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New Confidential Tip Line from New Paltz Police Department

In Ulster County, the NPPD announced their confidential tip line on Facebook (below). "To strengthen our response and transparency, NPPD has launched an Anonymous Tip Line", they shared, promising that contact information or follow-up conversations would not be required.

New Paltz Police Department's Community Outreach

The New Paltz Police Department has been recently involved in several community outreach initiatives, including their monthly Conversations with Police meetups at local coffee shops. October's event was hosted at Starbucks on Plattekill Avenue (below).