April 25, 2025 | Vol. 54, Issue 8

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Malden’s Use of Social Media Gets Attention of Boston Press

Press Release

Last week, Fox 25 News reported on the Malden Police Department’s innovative use of YouTube videos in an effort to resolve criminal cases: http://www.myfoxboston.com/dpp/news/local/malden-police-use-social-networking-for-public-safety-20120427

YouTube is a very simple and cost effective way to broadcast video to the public asking for assistance in identifying individuals to crack unresolved offenses. Recently, security cameras have been installed throughout Malden in an effort to both deter crime and to catch perpetrators. Video from the cameras is now being uploaded to the Police Department’s YouTube channel with a description of the person being sought along with a number to call. Tips may also be logged in at the Police Department website at www.Maldenpd.com, and can be anonymous if the caller prefers. Residents can also follow along on Twitter to receive updates of when new videos are uploaded.

“Traditionally we have only used newspapers and television news outlets to request the public’s assistance in solving crimes. By using the Internet, especially social media sites like YouTube, we are able to access a larger, more diverse population and provide them with a continuous opportunity to view crime video that they may have otherwise missed from traditional news outlets,” said Detective Pete Mitchell.

Mayor Gary Christenson is thrilled with the recognition Malden is receiving as it has been his priority to communicate with residents in every way possible — through the City website, FaceBook, Flickr, online forums and YouTube.

“Catching criminals by posting them in the act on YouTube, a medium used by many, is an ingenious idea,” said Mayor Christenson. “I look forward to our office continuing to collaborate with the Police Department in using Social Media in other ways to address public safety.”

Video will be posted by the Malden Police Department as needed.

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