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Winnebago, IL — Residents in Winnebago and surrounding Winnebago County communities now have a new way to connect with local police following the launch of an online public safety platform designed to streamline communication and tip submissions.
According to the Winnebago Police Department, the department is now using CityProtect, an online system that allows residents to submit tips — including anonymously — and share photos or videos related to incidents or suspicious activity. The platform also provides a direct link to the department’s Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request form…