Police chief issues SSPD protocol for outbreak
SARATOGA SPRINGS, N.Y. » Saratoga Springs Chief of Police Shane Crooks released a statement reassuring the public that the members of the Saratoga Springs Police department continue to monitor the spread of COVID-19 and to be aware they are working in conjunction with the Saratoga Springs Fire Department; the Saratoga County Department of Health and City officials “to best determine our response as this situation develops.”
Crooks said the police department has and will continue to make adjustments to their protocol to ensure the safety of their personnel, as well as the public they serve.
He reiterated that “the Saratoga Springs Police Department will continue to respond to all emergency calls for service, and that the Police Department will enact certain measures to prevent unnecessary contact with those who may be ill, which will affect certain non-emergency calls for service. I would like to remind everyone to follow the recommendations of the CDC.
“If you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and symptoms, such as cough or difficulty breathing, call your healthcare provider for medical advice,” Crooks added.
Members of the public are asked not to come to the police department to file a report, but rather are encouraged to contact the department’s nonemergency number (518) 584-1800, option 2.
In addition, if the situation allows, police officers may not be responding to nonemergency calls in person but will contact you via telephone to take your report. To request copies of an accident report please visit https:// buycrash.corn/. On other police matters: To download a police report request form, please visit the city website at https://www.saratoga springs.org/290/0btaining-Police-Reports. Please be advised that wait times may be longer than normal.
All station tours, internships, or non-essential programs have been postponed and will be rescheduled at a later date. All civilian fingerprinting services have been suspended until further notice.
The police department does not accept payment for parking violations. Tickets may be paid online at https://www.saratogasprings.org/212/Parking-Tickets or by calling (800) 996-0285 to pay by phone, where there is a $3.50 charge per ticket.