Delco Sheriff Launches New Smartphone App

MEDIA, PA – Delaware County residents now have a new way to stay informed on news and resources from the Delaware County Sheriff's office, as Sheriff Mary McFall Hopper launched a new, free app available on Apple and Google Play-enabled smartphones.

"The Delaware County Sheriff’s Office is releasing this innovative mobile app as a public service to our residents," Hopper said in a statement. "The app will empower the public to partner with us in public safety, and will enable residents to easily submit confidential tips. The app also provides easy access to information about all divisions in the Sheriff’s Office in order to provide better service to our residents. The Sheriff’s Office exists to protect and serve our county residents, and the app will help us be even more effective in fulfilling our mission."

The new app is an innovative approach to help Delaware County citizens, businesses, and visitors to stay informed about important news and resources from the Sheriff’s Office. Residents can download the free app, available now, onto a smartphone to receive important alerts, notifications, and information.

To find the app, search “Delaware County Pa. Sheriff" in the Apple App Store or on Google Play.

The app allows the public access to vital information about all divisions of the Sheriff’s Office including service of civil documents, the process for the monthly Sheriff’s Sale, how to apply for a License to Carry Permit, and more.

One of the app’s key features, "Submit a Tip," allows the public to send anonymous information about crimes, or wanted individuals, along with photos. They can also leave their contact information but it is not required, so tips can remain anonymous.

On the main menu of the app, residents can scroll through photos of the Delco’s Most Wanted, and also View, Like, and Share Facebook and Twitter posts. Important features include:

• Gun Permits & Licensing Information and Gun Safety Tips
• Delco Most Wanted List with Photos
• Sheriff Sales Information
• Ask the Sheriff – submit questions; commend a deputy
• Megan’s Law Lookup link
• Delaware County Inmate Search link

Anyone with the app can forward alerts and download links to friends, family, and neighbors.

For more information contact Sgt. Nick Maraini at (610) 891-5590 or at marainin@co.delaware.pa.us.

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