A tip received on Hamden’s new crime-fighting app led to the seizure of nearly 8 grams of marijuana and an infraction for a 17-year-old resident, according to police. At about 11:45 p.m. on Jan. 5, Hamden Police received a tip on the “Tip411” alert system, according to Capt. Ronald Smith.
Smith said the tipster reported that a suspicious motor vehicle was parked near a dumpster in the Chestnut Hill South parking lot. It was further reported that the occupant was engaging in “drug activity,” according to Smith.
Moments later, Officers Christina Giori and Devin Eaton located the vehicle in the parking lot. Smith said investigation led to the seizure of 7.86 grams of marijuana. The operator of the vehicle, a 17-year-old Hamden resident, was issued an infraction for possession of marijuana.
“Hamden Police would like to remind residents that ‘Tip 411’ is a free app that can be downloaded to a smartphone or computer,” Smith wrote in a press release. “Residents can share crime tips, report suspicious activity and aid family members in reporting domestic violence, drug abuse and bullying. Tips received by the Hamden Police Department remain anonymous.”
For Hamden Police, it is another step in helping to bridge the gap between police officers and the communities they protect. A new smartphone app called tip411 lets smartphone users submit crime tips anonymously. Click here to see the video of Chief Wydra talking about the value of tip411. 
“Our mission is the preservation of public peace and order, the prevention and detection of crime, the apprehension of offenders, and the protection of persons and property,” said Stratford, CT Police Chief Joseph McNeil. “To achieve this goal, the department strives to gain and retain the confidence and respect of the public in such a way as to insure the welfare and betterment of the citizens of Stratford, and we believe our new app will help us better connect and engage with our residents.” 
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