Bingham County First in Idaho to Install AlertID System
February 14, 2012- A new program with a proven record for lowering crime is now in Idaho. Residents in Bingham County are the first in the state to have access to a new online police program that can keep them informed in an emergency.
The numbers don’t lie. According to Nevada based AlertID, the crime rate almost always lowers when cities and counties implement their system.
AlertID is a two-way communications device that allows citizens to receive up to the minute information from authorities during an emergency. It also gives users access to an online database where they can view interactive crime stats, and identify where sex-offenders live on a map.
The Blackfoot Police Department is the first to install this program in Idaho. They are followed by other agencies like the Shelley Police and Aberdeen Police Departments and the Bingham County Sherriff’s Office.
Signing up is easy. All you have to do is go to the AlertID webpage, click on the link, fill out the form, which took us about two-minutes, and then you have access to crime alerts on your computer or even a mobile device.
The maps are interactive and easy to use and they pinpoint exactly the location where a crime was reported. The website also allows law enforcement to send alerts to your phone or email which can make a difference during an emergency.
The goal of the program is to inform, empower and educate the public and the formula seems to be working. In Henderson Nevada, violent crimes and property crimes dropped by 6 and 16 percent after they added the system. The Reno area is crediting the system for a staggering 32 percent reduction in crime, less than a year into the program.
The AlertID system is not just limited to reporting crime. It can also be used by law enforcement during severe weather and natural disasters, like the flood Bingham County had in 1997.
February 13, 2012- BLACKFOOT, Idaho -- Law enforcement agencies in the Blackfoot area have teamed up with a website to help you get current information to protect your family and community.
Blackfoot Police Department, Aberdeen Police Department, Shelley Police Department, and Bingham County Sheriff’s Office have partnered with AlertID, which is a website that provides localized information on crime, terrorism, natural disasters and local sex offenders.
The site also allows residents to connect to neighbors, and local as well as federal and state agencies, to exchange information that can help keep their family and community safe, whether the threat is national, local or personal, such as a missing child.
“I would encourage all Blackfoot, Aberdeen, Shelley and Bingham County residents to sign up for this free online service that can truly help keep our neighborhoods safer,” Blackfoot Police Chief David Moore said in a news release Monday. “This is a powerful tool to help residents be more aware of crime and threats in their community, and be more proactive in looking after the safety of their families and their neighbors.” (Read More...)
AlertID Helps Evacuate over 10,000 People in Washoe Drive Fire
January 30 , 2012- The Washoe Drive Fire was declared fully contained at 6:00am Saturday. The fire burned 3,177 acres.
At 8:00am Saturday, all evacuation areas were re-opened, according to Mark Regan with Sierra Fire Protection District.
Regan also said at 3:00pm Saturday, the incident management team will turn control of the fire back over to local firefighting agencies.
Late Friday night, Highway 395 re-opened through the fire area. The roadway had been closed since the fire broke out on Thursday afternoon.
In the press conference on Friday, we learned a person came forward taking responsibility for causing the fire by improperly discarding fireplace ashes in the area.
29 homes were destroyed (Watch Video...)
Police Use AlertID to Help Find Missing 11 - Year old Boy
February 1 , 2012- After less than one year in service, the free Alert I.D. program is being credited with helping to lower Washoe County's crime rate by a staggering 32 percent.
(KRNV & MyNews4.com) - According to Sgt. Chad Lahren with the Reno Police Department, the 11-year-old boy of Stead has been found.
Lahren says, "the child was located safe at a friend's home and was returned to his parents."
Earlier on Monday, Jan. 30 Reno Police issued an AlertID for the missing boy.
AlertID Proud to Help...Henderson, Nevada is One of the Safest Cities in America
January 13, 2012-
Forbes recently ranked Henderson the Second Safest City in the Nation and AlertID is proud to be part of the solution. “We believe that an informed public is one that will help us combat these crimes,” according to Henderson Police Chief Jutta Chambers.
AlertID, a Nevada-based company that launched a year ago, sends email or text message notifications to its members, who can personalize their settings based on what they want to know.
Henderson Police Chief Jutta Chambers said more than 12,000 residents have signed up for the free service, which she credits with improving the city’s safety.
Forbes recently ranked Henderson the second safest city in the nation based on factors such as median income, poverty rate, violent crime and traffic fatalities.
Violent crimes and property crimes dropped by 6 and 16 percent, respectively, last year in Henderson compared to 2010, police said. (Las Vegas Sun)
AlertID Provides Henderson Residents with Instant Crime Updates
January 12 , 2012- Forbes recently ranked Henderson the second safest city in the nation based on factors such as median income, poverty rate, violent crime and traffic fatalities. Violent crimes and property crimes dropped by 6 and 16 percent, respectively, last year in Henderson compared to 2010, police said. AlertID expects 25,000 users in Henderson by the end of March, based on growth patterns so far, Wilson said. . (Read More...)
December 16, 2011- Governor Brian Sandoval and his cabinet leaders will now receive emergency updates about crimes, disasters and emergencies through Alert I.D., the free service that now provides such information to tens of thousands of Nevadans.
"This is a huge advantage for us," said Chief Chris Perry of the Nevada Department of Public Safety. "After the IHOP shooting, the governor approached me and asked how we could get information out more quickly."
Eduardo Sencion, 32, burst into the IHOP restaurant in Carson City on September 6 and shot four people to death. Seven more were injured before Sencion killed himself at the scene. But for a time, authorities thought there was a second gunman on the loose within two miles of the state capitol building and the state DMV headquarters where hundreds of employees and customers were gathered.
"If we had this system in place, we could have let people in those buildings know, so they could lock them down and secure everyone inside," Chief Perry said.
Now, Alert I.D. will provide that service. In case of any emergency or disaster, Gov. Sandoval, his cabinet members and their designated division leaders will instantly receive emails and texts containing details of the incidents.
"These are key people who have to know this critical information," said Keli Wilson, founder of Alert I.D. "It's all about public safety and preventing disasters."
October 12, 2011- After less than one year in service, the free Alert I.D. program is being
credited with helping to lower Washoe County's crime rate by a staggering 32
percent.
"When people are aware, and they have information, they can do great things," said Sheriff Mike Haley.
Statistics show that the crime rate in Nevada has fallen about 10 percent. But authorities say Washoe County's crime rate has fallen further because of citizen involvement and communication with law enforcement officers. And they say programs like Alert I.D. offer both.
"We have tens of thousands of people talking with each other, exchanging alerts, talking with law enforcement," said founder Keli Wilson. "Working together, we are making a difference."
Alert I.D. is a free service provided to residents of Nevada. The company is planning to expand the service across the west and eventually nationwide. Users simply set up a profile, enter any number of addresses for their home, church, school or workplace, and indicate what crime trends they would like to receive information about in those neighborhoods. The Alert I.D. system immediately provides updates about all criminal activity, including sex offenders moving into the neighborhood.
More than 38,000 people in Northern Nevada have signed up for the service, which was recently expanded to southern Nevada. The system is also tied in with the Amber Alert system, Department of Homeland Security and all local, state and federal law enforcement agencies.
AlertID ofrece una aplicación gratuita para celulares
September 15 , 2011- Ahora hay una nueva manera en la que ustes puede mantenerse seguro adonde quiera
que vaya con la nueva aplicación para teléfonos celulares ed Alert ID.
La fundadora de Alert ID, Keli Wilson comentó, "es tan importante que la gente se informe y tome parte en su seguridad pública. Ahora con los recortes, la policía está haciendo lo más que puede pero si nos involucramos podemos ayudarlos a incrementar la seguridad."
Esta aplicación le provee información que hasta podría salvarlo a usted y a su familia de convertirse en víctimas de crímenes, ya que a travées de un sistema de navegación le informe de toda actividad criminal, arrestos y ofensores sexuales registrados en cualquier área que usted se encuentre de día o de noche.
Este programa iniciado aquí en Nevada, se extenderá a estados como California, Utah y Idaho, pero serán tan sólo los Nevadenses que podrán descargar esta aplicación completamente gratis.
September 7 , 2011- Know about threats to your safety when outside your home. Alert I.D. has unveiled a new way to get information about criminal activity and sex offenders in the community. The Alert ID app is a free download for all Nevada residents.
Live Interview with AlertID - Your Public Safety is a Whole Community Approach
September 6 , 2011 - In a live interview, AlertID announces the newest online technology to create instant, two-way communications between citizens and federal, state, and local authorities to provide immediate information on crime, terrorism or natural disasters that can threaten the safety of your family and community (click here to listen).
Alert ID Unveils New App
Helping 35,000 Residents of Nevada, and will soon expand to Idaho, Utah and California
September 1 , 2011- Alert I.D. has unveiled a new way to get information about criminal activity and
sex offenders in the community.
The Alert I.D. app is a free download for all Nevada residents.
"Alert I.D. is using a 'whole community' approach, tying together the efforts of residents and law enforcement," said Keli Wilson, founder of Alert I.D.
The program is already up and running with 35,000 residents of Nevada, and will soon expand to Idaho, Utah and California. The service is free. Residents can sign in and enter any address in Nevada to instantly receive information about criminal activity, arrests, reports and registered sex offenders living in the area.
Now, using GPS, the app will allow residents to find out about criminal activity wherever they are, at any hour of the day or night.
"If you want to know about a different part of town where you've never been before, it's 10 o'clock at night and you need to get gas," said Wilson, "you'll want to know if it's safe.
If I'm taking my kids to a new park, I can check the neighborhood and see if this is a safe place.
"I can do that with the app."
The app is free for anyone in Nevada, because the program was launched here. In other states, residents will be charged $5.00 for the app.
AlertID is Helping Homeowners Share Critical Information
August 23, 2011- AlertID is helping homeowners share critical information to help keep their neighborhoods safe. Using the unique AlertID system, residents are constantly connected to neighbors, and local as well as federal and state agencies, to exchange critical information that can help keep their family and community safe, whether the threat is national, local or personal, such as a missing child.
New Police Technology is a Powerful Tool for Residents
August 25 , 2011- The Henderson Police Department has partnered with AlertID to help residents protect their neighborhoods by supplying them with up-to-date information through online tools.
AlertID-My Neighborhood uses software to create a dialogue between residents, neighbors and police. Residents constantly are connected with local, state and federal agencies to exchange vital information that can help keep their families and communities safe. The Henderson Police Department is the first law enforcement agency in Southern Nevada to have this software available to its residents.
The best crime prevention is an active community looking out for each other," said Jutta Chambers, Henderson police chief.
. (Read More...)
August 18 , 2011- The Henderson Police Department is introducing a service to help residents stay up to date on crime in their neighborhoods.
AlertID-My Neighborhood is an online website that allows people to enter their addresses and monitor reported crimes in their neighborhoods free of charge. Residents can sign up for emails or text messages alerting them about recent crimes, and the website has an easy interface to report incidents directly to Henderson police.
The website also has information and prevention tips for many types of crime. (Read More...)
August 17 , 2011- A computer service referred to as "Neighborhood Watch on steroids" was launched Tuesday in Henderson to inform residents about nearby crimes almost as soon as they occur, the service's co-founder said.
Keli Wilson, with AlertID.com, said her organization has partnered with Henderson police on the project. Wilson said the organization is directly tapped into the department's crime reporting system and will alert residents of specific incidents as quickly as possible.
"It's an additional tool for Neighborhood Watch that allows users to be able to communicate in real time." . (Read More...)
Henderson Police Embrace Powerful New Technology to Help Reduce Crime
August 16, 2011- The Henderson Police Department has partnered with an online community watch program to arm residents with up-to-date information and online tools to help protect their neighborhoods.
AlertID – My Neighborhood uses the latest online technology to create instant, two-way communication between residents and their neighbors, as well as police. The Henderson Police Department is the first law enforcement agency in Southern Nevada to have this unique crime prevention tool available to its residents.
“I would encourage all Henderson residents to sign up for this free online service that can truly help keep our neighborhoods safer,” Henderson Police Chief Jutta Chambers said. “This is a powerful tool to get residents involved in looking after their families and their neighbors.”
Using the unique AlertID system, residents are constantly connected to neighbors, and local as well as federal and state agencies, to exchange critical information that can help keep their family and community safe, whether the threat is national, local or personal, such as a missing child.
Nearly real-time information is provided from the Henderson Police computer-aided dispatching to the residents to provide reported criminal activity in their neighborhood. Residents can receive emails and text messages notifying them of crimes in their area. Information about registered sex offenders is also available through the website.
“The best crime prevention is an active community looking out for each other,” Chief Chambers said.
August 16, 2011- The free program that provides up-to-the-minute information to families about criminal activity in their neighborhoods is launching operations in southern Nevada. Law enforcement agencies in Clark County are now tied in with the service, which provides free information about local criminal activity to the public.
Anyone may enter the address of their home, workplace, their child's school or church and begin receiving email and text updates about crimes, sex offenders moving into the neighborhood, fires-- any emergency situation that could affect their safety and the safety of their families.
Alert I.D. began as a pilot program in the Truckee Meadows in January, and is now linked to all local, state and federal law enforcement agencies. In the next month, it will expand further to Utah, Idaho and California before eventually going nationwide.
"It's very rewarding to be able to give a program to the public that makes a difference," said founder Keli Wilson. "It's a good feeling to know that you're helping."
Asst. Washoe County Sheriff Marshall Emerson said, "It's another wonderful tool that helps our deputies and the public protect themselves even better." The Washoe County Sheriff's Office was the first law enforcement partner of Alert I.D. in the Truckee Meadows.
August 16 , 2011- The Henderson Police Department has partnered with an online community watch program to arm residents with up-to-date information and online tools to help protect their neighborhoods.
AlertID uses the latest online technology to create instant, two way communication between residents and their neighbors as well as police Henderson Police is the first law enforcement agency in Southern Nevada to provide this crime prevention tool to its residents. (Read More...)
Henderson Police Team with New Technology to Reduce Crime
August 16 , 2011- Henderson Police Department is teaming up with a new website to help keep a better eye on crime.
The site is called AlertID.com. It offers almost instant communication between the community and police departments. When users sign up they can tell police about what is going on in their neighborhood and police can let them know incidents officers are working. The tool also allows neighbors to talk to each other about safety issues. (Read More...)
August 11, 2011- Alert I.D. now has 25,000 subscribers, and has sent 1,000,000 alerts since the program was launched just seven months ago.
"It's pretty incredible," said founder Keli Wilson. "If we tell you that there have been residential burglaries in your area, you can shut the garage door, keep the doors locked, bring your kids in before dark.
"We've had hundreds of emails, thanking us."
Wilson recounts one startling-- but gratifying letter from a military wife and mother whose husband is serving in Afghanistan. She and her daughter moved to Reno and were looking for a home, when their realtor offered space in his own home while they searched for a place of their own.
"The mom was at work and got a flyer for Alert ID," Wilson said. "She signed up and received an alert that a sex offender had moved into their neighborhood. And it was the person she was living with.
"She was living with the sex offender."
Wilson said the woman immediately moved out with her daughter, and thanked the free service for providing her the information they needed to stay safe.
Alert ID is tied in with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, as well as the Amber Alert system. Subscribers pay nothing to join, and may enter any address-- their home, workplace, child's school or church-- to receive alerts about criminal activity in that area. Other neighbors can log on and share information about what they've seen, as well as any safety concerns they have. They can also communicate with law enforcement.
AlertID: It’s a Social Networking Phenomenon for Protection
July 15 , 2011- "AlertID has become one of the top priorities for my office. I would like to take a few minutes to show you how AlertID can help protect you, your family and our community." - Sheriff Mike Haley
Alert ID is a force multiplier – citizen participation through AlertID can significantly impact our public safety efforts and dramatically increase our effectiveness in preventing and mitigating all levels of crime. One of the many unique aspects about AlertID is its engagement with people. People want it. They use it and they engage their friends.
It’s a social networking phenomenon for protection. For the first time, we are able to communicate with thousands of citizens.
This technology is unmatched, providing emergency authorities with an instant communication system that can alert a whole region or target just a few blocks. It can even alert people connected to a specific school or business. It also has a unique system that helps my office find and protect lost or injured children.
June 4 , 2011- Fisher said he recommends that the Silver Alert use AlertID . AlertID, an instant communication system between law enforcement and citizens using the Internet and text messaging. The system allows authorities to send alerts to citizens in specific neighborhoods on crime, natural disasters or missing people. (Read More...)
May 30 , 2011- Mantener la seguridad de la familia es una prioridad y una nueva herramienta
creada en el norte de nevada podria ayudarlo...estamos hablando de alert id, un sitio de internet creado por unos padres preocupados por su comunidad - le gustaria a usted saber en todo momento si en su vecindario esta ocuriendo algun crimen o robo, si ofensores sexuales estan cerca de sus hijos, si hay personas sospechosas cerca de su casa o hay algun nino perdido, pues usted pude saberlo atravez de alert id, un sitio de internet que le reporta sobre todos estos delitos atravez de un mapa utilizando su celular o su correo electronico
-- sot -- para inscribirse alert id solo tiene que entrar a la pagina deinternet alertid.com presionar el boton de inscripcion y en tan solo 2 minutos podra recibir este servicio completamente gratuito. y estar enterado de lo que pasa practicamente en todo el estado. -- sot -- -- otra ventaja de este medio social es que usted tambien puede convertirse en parte de este equipo ya que le permite realizar notificaciones avisandoles a sus vecinos si algo esta pasando -- sot -- este programa ha tenido tan buena respuesta que ya fue lanzado tambien en las vegas y eventualmente se espera que pueda ser traducido completamente en espanol. alert id trabaja en conjunto con las agencias de la ley como lo son la policia o la oficina del alguacil y recuerdelo es un servicio completamente gratis, que podria hacer la diferencia en su seguridad.
May 18 , 2011- "They have brought to Nevada something we wish we could have done," said Acting Department of Public Safety Director Chris Perry. "This is the perfect public-private partnership."
AlertID is the FIRST company to have a direct link to the Sex Offender database for the entire state. You are now instantly notified if there are any changes to Sex Offenders who live near you.
AlertID is dedicated to protect your family and your neighborhood. To see all tier 2 and 3 Sex Offenders in your neighborhood, login to AlertID. Important tips for protecting your family and especially your children are also available.
AlertID founder Keli Wilson said she met with Mark Lunsford, a Florida man whose daughter Jessica, 9, was abducted, raped and murdered by a Tier 3 sex offender who lived across the street.
But Lunsford never knew of the man's background, because authorities in Florida never told the neighbors. He asked Wilson to institute a system that allows Nevadans to find out whether such offenders are living close by so they may protect themselves and their families.
"This is a promise we made, and a promise we kept," said Wilson.
Once an Alert ID user logs into the system and provides an address, the user can see names, pictures and addresses of convicted sex offenders living nearby.
Alert ID Joins Forces with Dept. of Homeland Security
April 7 , 2011- Alert ID has joined forces with the Department of Homeland Security to open the lines of communication between residents and the federal government in an effort to combat terrorism.
"Homeland security starts with hometown security," said Alert ID founder Keli Wilson. "Alert ID serves a the eyes and ears on the street to convey important information."
Robert Dorsey, a coordinator at the Northern Nevada Counter Terrorism Center, says the partnership is a logical one.
"The Department of Homeland Security has an initiative set up: "See something, say something," he said. "They also have a suspicious act reporting system, and Alert ID fills that gap at a community level."
Alert ID is a free system that allows residents to enter their home, work or school address and immediately receive criminal activity alerts from incidents in their neighborhoods. They can also communicate directly with neighbors and with law enforcement about what's happening. The system was piloted in Northern Nevada, and is now opening operations in Southern Nevada.
AlertID One of the Fastest Growing Tech / Public Safety Companies in America
March 22, 2011 -Thank you for helping to make AlertID one of the fastest growing tech / public safety companies in America. We would like to thank our thousands of supporters and volunteers.
In addition, we would like to thank the Department of Homeland Security, FEMA, State and Local Law Enforcement Agencies, and various utility companies for their continued support.
March 20, 2011 -Huffaker Hills was a nice, quiet middle-class neighborhood until some gangs moved in and graffiti began appearing on buildings and the park, according to Barbra Chadwick.
Washoe County Sheriff Mike Haley neighborhood watch groups and AlertID are important additions to keeping residents safe, particularly given the current budget cuts to the sheriff's and police departments. (Read More...)
"AlertID Helps Fill in the Gaps Between Citizens and The Police...." - Deputy Chief Allen
March 1, 2011 - In a time when budget cuts have whittled down the staff... officers say this
service provides invaluable back-up to them on the street. Sparks is the latest agency to go on-line with AlertID... this service-- which is free to the public-- allows you to enter your home, work or school address... and immediately receive updates about any criminal activity or reports in that area. you can also communicate with your neighbors... all in an effort to keep everyone safe. (Watch Video ...)
AlertID Helps Quality of Life in Your Neighborhood
February 21 , 2011 - AlertID provides crucial information about criminal activity in the Truckee Meadows-- has joined forces with the Washoe County Sheriff's Office to keep residents safe.
AlertID Allows Residents Free Access to Local Crime Information
February 14 , 2011 - By using computer-aided dispatch information, AlertID enables
residents to log onto a computer program which lists all criminal activity and
crime reports in various neighborhoods. They can also receive e-mails and texts
notifying them of a burglary, attempted abduction and other crimes.
(Read More...)
February 12 , 2011 - We'd like to thank Fox News Radio and all of the listeners that particiapted in our live interview. AlertID is a nationally recognized leader and innovator in empowering families to protect their children and their neighborhoods through a new and unique online system.
February 10 , 2011 -Alert I.D.-- a free service designed to help keep your family safer at home, at work and at school through email alerts about criminal activity-- is combining forces with Amber Alert to help find abducted children. (Watch Video ...)
February 9 , 2011 - AlertID not only covers crime in the neighborhood but also provides police and hospitals information about your child if they ever get lost or injured. (Watch Video...)
February 5 , 2011 - In a live broadcast, AlertID announces the newest online technology to create instant, two-way
communications between citizens and federal, state, and local authorities to
provide immediate information on crime, terrorism or natural disasters that
can threaten the safety of your family and community.
February 4 , 2011 - Volunteers went door to door in Spanish Springs Thursday, passing out flyers and
stickers, and letting neighbors know about a new program designed to keep them
and their families safe. (Watch Video...)
Washoe County Residents are the First in the Nation to Take Part in AlertID
January 30, 2011 -Washoe County residents are the first in the nation to take part in AlertID, a free neighborhood service in which residents learn of crimes in their area, and they can e-mail or text messages with any new information to police and people in their neighborhoods.
AlertID - My Neighborhood "The First System of its Kind"
January 26, 2011 - AlertID uses the newest online technology to create instant, two-way communications between citizens and federal, state, and local authorities to provide immediate information on crime, terrorism or natural disasters that can threaten the safety of your family and community. (Watch Video...)
January 21, 2011 - News 4 is partnering with an innovative new program to help keep the community
safe. "Alert ID--My Neighborhood" enables Washoe County residents to log onto a computer program which lists all criminal activity and reports in their neighborhood, receive emails and texts with critical information, and communicate with the neighbors about what's going on in their area. (Watch Video...)
Washoe County Sheriff’s Office Partners with AlertID to Protect Missing Children
January 1, 2011 -Washoe County Sheriff Mike Haley announced a partnership with AlertID to protect missing and injured children. In an emergency, AlertID will enable the Sheriff’s Office to instantly access vital information in order to protect children. (Read More...)
AlertID begins with the Neighborhood. AlertID is empowering neighbors to communicate with local law enforcement and with each other.
But unlike a traditional neighborhood watch, AlertID allows two-way, instant, and mobile communication between neighbors, local and federal authorities. (Watch Video...)
Live Interview with AlertID - Your Public Safety is a Whole Community Approach
AlertID Helps Quality of Life in Your Neighborhood
Communities Embrace AlertID - Live Interview 
