I just saw something that looked very strange, possibly a crime. I'm not sure if I should call the police. What should I do?

The Murrysville Police Department encourages you to report any activity you observe that may seem suspicious or strange. Often, many crimes go unreported to the police because witnesses are reluctant to call, either because they feel it isn’t important, or because they think they are wasting the police department’s time and it won’t be taken seriously anyway. We would like to assure you that no call received will be brushed aside or not given the attention that it deserves. Concerned and observant citizens provide us with some of our most useful information for solving cases. Your vigilance allows us to do our jobs more effectively, and with greater success. Calling the police immediately will allow officers to respond to an area quickly, giving them the opportunity to possibly stop a crime in progress and/or catch those who are responsible for committing it before they have left the area.

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1. When do I need to file a crash report?
2. What other services does the Police Department offer?
3. Will the Police Department respond if I lock my keys in my car?
4. How do I file a citizen complaint against an officer?
5. What should I do if I am pulled over by a police officer?
6. I have a problem with motorists violating traffic laws on my street (speeding, failing to stop for posted signs, ect.). Is there anything the Police Department can do about this?
7. What is the telephone number for the Murrysville Police Department?
8. Where is the Murrysville Police Department?
9. How do I file a police report?
10. How do I obtain police reports?
11. How do I contest a traffic citation?
12. How do I pay a traffic citation?
13. How do I pay a parking ticket?
14. How do I contest a parking ticket?
15. How can I have my fingerprints taken for employment purposes?
16. How can I obtain a permit to carry a firearm?
17. Does the Murrysville Police Department offer vacation checks?
18. What do I do about a lost dog?
19. What can I do about a dead deer in front of my house?
20. How do I get a handicap parking placard?
21. How do I get a criminal record check and / or a clearance check for employment?
22. Does the Murrysville Police Department charge a service fee for responding to false alarms?
23. I just saw something that looked very strange, possibly a crime. I'm not sure if I should call the police. What should I do?