Police sets up SMS hoteline for youngsters to report vandals

Scotsman News reports on the police of Midlothian (UK), having set up a text messaging hotline to encourage youngsters to report on bus vandals.:

"Buses have been targeted by a gang of youths aged between 12 and 15, said Pc Gary McFarlane, of the Operation Excalibur anti-vandal team. "It's only a matter of time before there is a serious injury, whether it be passengers, pedestrians or the drivers themselves.

The police hope to gather intelligence from youths not involved in smashing the windows who may prefer to send a message and remain anonymous, rather than phone police directly."

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emily | 6:44 PM | Citizens as Informants |
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