Providence Police implement new car accident self-reporting system

March 5, 2019 12:39 pm

By News Staff

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PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) – The Providence Police Department is implementing a new system for reporting motor vehicle collisions or accidents that occur on private property.

The system allows citizens to submit an accident report online and print or save a copy immediately, and later receive q PDF copy of the report via email.

Police said the new system is only meant to be used for accidents that occur on private property, do not involve a city of Providence vehicle, do not involve reports of serious injuries and do not indicate a criminal offense.

“This new capability is fast, simple to use and will allow for increased efficiencies within the police department and enhanced services from our officers to the Providence community,” said Public Safety Commissioner Stephen Paré. “I urge citizens to review the criteria for online reporting before submitting a report and, as always, in the event of an emergency, please call 911.”

All parties involved in the reported accidents are asked to exchange information and share accident reports with their insurance companies.

For more information visit the City of Providence website.