Immediate access, increased confidence and crime prevention a few features of new application

CARY, NC – Crime information in Cary is now available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week thanks to the Town’s new interactive crime map section at Maps Online that enables citizens to instantly review what types of crimes are occurring and in what locations in Cary.  Prior to implementing the time-saving application, citizens requested reports in person at the police department and waited for them to be produced and mailed.  Now, a clear and easy to understand map of crime statistics is accessible around the clock.

“One of the most effective deterrents to crime is an aware and involved citizenry, and we believe that this new tool will go a long way in helping citizens help us keep Cary one of the safest places to live and work in America,” said Police Chief Pat Bazemore.

The new site enables visitors to enter a specific address and request information on crimes occurring within the past year and up to 1-mile from the requested address.  Different icons then appear, if applicable, for each of 21 different types of crimes, including categories such as burglaries, larcenies and motor vehicle thefts.  Below the map, the corresponding address, crime type and date are displayed.

“With more than 94 percent of our residents having access to the Internet, this new tool is expected to build upon the existing high level of customer service that our Web site provides,” added Bazemore.   

While Cary police officers have been using an internal crime map web application for years, the Town developed the external Web site in conjunction with JCH Geo Info Solutions. The new tool is expected to increase staff effectiveness by reducing time spent filling crime map requests. 

Cary currently offers additional geographic information through Maps Online, including development activities such as current annexation and rezoning cases and site and subdivision plan; road building and other capital projects; voting information and property information. Also, locations of water lines, sewer lines and parks are available on the site.

For more, visit the Town’s Web site at www.townofcary.org.

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