Twitter has proven its power in everything from communication to advertising. What’s more convenient than getting your stolen car back from Twitter? Sounds good. Yes you can call for help via the micro-blogging site. Andy Merchant’s “Get your stolen car back on Twitter” says:
My daily Twitter journey usually throws up some gems, and today’s was no different. The hook that turned my head today was: Seattle Police launch Twitter service for people to post stolen car descriptions, which led to a Mail online post. The post confirms that in a last ditch attempt to catch car thieves in Seattle the police have turned to Twitter. Upon calling the police about your stolen car, your details will be taken and tweeted via the www.twitter.com/getyourcarback account.
People who see one of the stolen cars are being advised to call The Police, but not approach those inside.
So far only three stolen cars have been added to the page.
It seems that the Police worldwide are only now taking Facebook/Twitter and related platforms seriously. Last month the Mail Online reported how the UK Police to be trained how to catch killers through Facebook and Twitter
It is good news if the police can make use of social media to their advantage to improve public service.
