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Students texting police
Sep 10, 2008 | 5:08 AM
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Ten Chicago high schools are launching a program that allows students to anonymously text-message police if they see a gun or overhear plans about a fight after school. Students who report a potential crime also have an incentive to use the service - they are eligible for a $1,000 reward if the information they provide results in an arrest.

We want to know what you think. Should schools in our area consider a program like this one?
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Ericjhach read my blog view my photos
Sep 10, 2008 | 5:36 AM

Why not. If it works and helps stop the problems from starting then go for it.
oldvamp read my blog view my photos
Sep 10, 2008 | 7:29 AM

The police department would have to win the lottery in order to keep up with the reward pay outs. I say go for it.
FlaNative read my blog view my photos
Sep 10, 2008 | 12:38 PM

Absolutely a plan like this needs to be looked at locally.

Seems like a win-win for everyone, although I think $1,000 for a fight after school is a bit much!
tracylaud83 read my blog view my photos
Sep 10, 2008 | 6:15 PM

Crime for FALSE REPORTING ????

Lets see, why would a kid lie about anything.
stephademic read my blog view my photos
Sep 11, 2008 | 4:33 AM

Most definitely. A lot of SMS programs are not costly. Students shouldn't be allowed to talk and/or text on their phones during class..but its a quick, silent, and anonymous way to alert the police if they can send text messages when necessary. I think its a wonderful idea!
WALLYGATOR-FL
Sep 11, 2008 | 9:58 AM

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Nightmare read my blog view my photos
Sep 11, 2008 | 12:23 PM

Okay...I think WALLYGATOR-FL has finally lost their mind...really.

I think it's a good idea, however because the schools don't allow cell phones, they'd have to wait until after school and after school could be too late.
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