Seattle Police Department has just launched a new public online reporting option.

The Community Online Reporting Program (CORP) allows the public to file police reports for certain incident types (Property Destruction, Car Prowls, Auto Accessories, Theft of Property (under $500), and Identity Theft) over the internet.

This service will allow the public to file a report at a time that is best for them without having to wait for an officer to respond or call them back. The public will be able to print a temporary copy of the report as soon as they submit it. The report will be reviewed by police personnel, and, once approved, the filing person will receive an email with a copy of the final report attached. The report will transfer directly into the Seattle Police Department records management system and receive the same investigation and statistical analysis as if the report had been filed by an officer.

This option is for low level property crimes only. It does not replace 911 or the non-emergency number. If the caller feels that they are in danger, or the crime just happened, or the suspect may still be there, 911 is still the best option. The Community Online Reporting Program is an option for people that want to report a low level theft, but do not necessarily need an officer to respond in person.

The web-based crime reporting service can be accessed by going to the Seattle Police Department’s homepage (http://www.seattle.gov/police) and clicking the “File a Report” Quick Link.

A memorial procession for fallen Seattle Police Officer Timothy Brenton will be held tomorrow, November 6.  Approximately 1,000 to 1,500 cars are expected to leave the University of Washington at 9:00 a.m. and proceed along city streets to a service at Key Arena.  During the procession, traffic will not be allowed on the route nor will they be allowed to cross it.  The procession is expected to last from 9:00 a.m. to noon.  During that time, the SDOT says to expect severe traffic detours and congestion.  Our news partner, The Seattle Times, has additional details and has outlined a map here. 

The Seattle Police Department has also released this photo in connection with the shooting death of Officer Brenton. 

They are looking for a Datsun B210 car similar to this one shown in an online car advertisement. The vehicle may be connected with Saturday’s shooting.

Contact Seattle Police at 206-233-5000 if you have any information regarding this case.  You can also give an anonymous tip to Crime Stoppers at 206-343-2020 or via text message by texting TIP486 with a message, then sending that to 274637 (CRIMES).