Drug Prevention

Illegal Drug Activity Reporting

What Can I Do about Narcotics in My Neighborhood? It is no surprise that drugs have become a serious problem for communities across America.
As you all know, unfortunately, they are present in our community as well.
But, there is much that can be done to combat the use and sale of illegal narcotics.
By calling 765-922-4585 and speaking with an Officer, we can get the ball rolling in our fight against this insidious villain. Narcotics activity may be reported anonymously.
However, it is generally preferred by Narcotics Division personnel that the identity of the complainant be obtained.
This will assist officers if arrests are made and testimony in court is required.
If a citizen requests anonymity for fear of retaliation or any other reason, officers will conduct their investigation without the identity of the complainant.
A citizen who has a friend or relative they suspect is selling narcotics may contact the Police Department as well at 765-922-4585.
Being hesitant to report drug activity involving a friend or relative is normal.
These types of situations are quite often of a very emotionally intense nature, but the officer you speak with on the phone will be more than happy to connect you with the Narcotics Division.
The Officers in the Narcotics Division can then speak with you and lay everything, including all options, out on the table where it will then be solely up to you as to your course of action.
It is not necessary for the investigating officer to know the identity of the complainant.
If the identity of the complainant is divulged to the investigating officer, that information will not be revealed to the suspected narcotics dealer if it is the request of the complainant.
It is not necessary for the identity of the complainant to be revealed for a suspected narcotics dealer to be prosecuted in the appropriate court.When reporting illegal drug activity, as much of the following information should be obtained as possible:

The location of the narcotics activity.
Whether the narcotics activity is occurring in a house or an apartment.
The approximate time it is occurring.
A complete description of the house or apartment.
A description of the dealers or users including names if known.
The type of narcotics being used (cocaine, heroin, marijuana, methamphetamine etc.).
Where the drugs are being hidden if the suspected dealer is selling them on the street (if known).
Whether the suspect has ever been seen with a weapon and what type (if known).
Whether or not there are lookouts to warn the dealers of the approach by police officers.
A description of the dealer's vehicle if one is used Obviously, some of this information more than likely will not be known to the complainant. Investigating officers will still conduct an investigation even if some of this information is not known.
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Together, we can make a difference.
There is no way we can do it alone. When it comes to fighting crime in general or drug abuse specifically, we need your concern and your help. Thank you.

Drug Abuse