Ross Police Establish Database To Aid Autistic People

ROSS TOWNSHIP, PA —The township police department has established a database for residents with autism spectrum disorder or other special needs.

Ross officers occasionally encounter people who are unable to provide them with any or accurate information regarding their identity, home address or contact information for family members.

The database will provide police with an ability to check when encountering such people and to assist officers in reuniting them with their family.

The database for autistic or special needs people is a project in partnership with township residents. It gives police quick access to critical information about a person with autism or special needs in a police emergency by capturing information such as a full description, routine and favorite attractions, communication and other special needs as well as emergency contact information.

Click here to participate in the program.

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