Police also use social media to inform citizens of possible safety issues and take control of the media coverage of investigations. They share press releases, recorded interviews, mug shots and status updates on ongoing investigations. Their tendency to post before stories go public leads to a better control of the flow of information as well as journalist relying on police pages as quick and reliable resources.
Police use social media to proactively inform citizens about potential safety issues and manage the public's perception of their investigations. They share information like press releases, interviews, mug shots, and updates on ongoing cases. This proactive approach allows them to control the narrative surrounding investigations and provides journalists with a reliable source for information.