South Lake Tahoe Police Department launches pre-arrival text messaging to enhance dispatch services

Police agency introduces text messages to guide some callers before help arrives

South Lake Tahoe Police will soon send guidance by text to some callers, changing what happens after a call for help now.

South Lake Tahoe Police Department launches pre-arrival text messaging to enhance dispatch services

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif.- The South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) announced the rollout of pre-arrival text messaging. Beginning next week, callers who contact dispatch will receive text messages when they report certain crimes or concerns. These messages will provide callers with important information to assist them with their call. The messages can give helpful directions about gathering important documents if they were a victim of iden…