You can now report more crimes online: 99% increase in online reports

To The Haldimand Press

HALDIMAND—The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) encourages citizens to report even more crime online. From January 1 to May 20, 2020, there has been a 99% increase in online reports, compared to the same period last year. As online reporting usage has grown, the OPP has expanded the system to include more options for citizens.

Previously, reports made online were limited to crimes under $5,000. Now crimes regardless of value, where there is no evidence or suspects, are eligible for Online Reporting: