The Patterson Police Department launched a new responsive website where residents can find the latest information regarding the operations of the Police Department as well as locate area sex offenders.

The new website will serve as an information resource for the public and assist with community policing efforts. The responsive design allows site visitors to access the information they want and need from any device with simple, flexible navigation.

The new website features press releases, messages from Chief Grogan which are updated frequently, pages on the services of the Police Department, as well as a link to submit crime tips via email.

"Our goal with the website is to provide transparency between our department and the public. We want the public to understand how this office serves the community, residents, and visitors. We want our community members to have the information they need, when they need it. The responsive design allows users to quickly and conveniently access the website information on the device of their choice: desktop, laptop, tablet, or smartphone. In addition, the responsive website features a Site Search, which makes finding specific information much faster and easier for the site visitor," said Chief Grogan.

Other features of the website include:

Jail Roster - allows the public to view photos and information for individuals booked into the detention center and/or released within the last 48 hours.

Press Releases - allows the public to view a list in date order, sorted by year, of press release and news items posted by the Police Department.

Sex Offenders - allows the public to view photos and information for sex offenders living in the county.  The interactive map feature on the Website allows the public to view sex offender locations on the map, view offender photos and profile information about the offenses.

Social Media Links - allows the public to follow the Patterson Police Department on Facebook.

"Posting information on the website improves the efficiency of the Police Department by reducing the number of inquiry calls handled by our office. This tool allows us to devote more resources to the safety and security of our residents. Our intent is for every resident to visit the site and become familiar with how to locate sex offenders, how to submit a crime tip and where to find the latest news and updates from the Police Department. We believe the website is a huge benefit to the Department and the residents of the City of Patterson as well," said Chief Grogan.

Brooks Jeffrey Marketing, Inc., a national website, App, and marketing company headquartered in Mountain Home, Arkansas, developed the responsive website for the Patterson Police Department Brooks Jeffrey, founded in 1984, develops websites, apps, and integrated marketing solutions for law enforcement, government offices, organizations, and businesses throughout the United States.

For more information about the website, please contact the Police Department at 985-395-6161.