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Greater Manchester Police have launched an iPhone application to help locals tackle crime in their area.
The free software, the first of its kind to land in the UK, enables users to report crimes and respond to appeals as well as get closer to their local policing teams.
Developed by GMP staff, the application uses geo-location technology to pull in information about news, appeals and wanted people in the surrounding area and hosts details about local officers, meetings and student safety zones.
Deputy Chief Constable Ian Hopkins said: "This is a real step forwards in using technology to support policing and gives people the chance to help us at any time and any place. They can find out what is happening where they are and be kept informed.
"It provides an enhanced service and we will be working on further developments. We want people to help us add to it with what will help them on a daily basis."
Users can respond to appeals by filling in a comprehensive form that is sent directly to GMP intelligence teams.
"We rely on the information that we get from people to help us to solve crimes," said Detective Superintendent Mark Smith. "The app is a great addition that means people can send details no matter where they are, and help us to target criminals."
The GMPolice app is available to download from free from the App Store via the following link: https://itunes.apple.com/gb/app/gmpolice/id592406619?mt=8
An Android version is currently in the works for release this spring.
