INDIANAPOLIS — Indianapolis police have announced the launch of a new driving tool to improve roadside safety and save drivers time in the moments after minor car accidents.
The “Driver Exchange Tool” went live Monday.
The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department says the idea behind the tool is like this: If you’re involved in a minor vehicle accident with no injuries, Indianapolis dispatchers will send you a “Driver Exchange Link” to your phone instead of having you wait for an officer to arrive.
“This easy-to-use tool gives you everything you need to file an insurance claim,” the department noted. “It keeps you moving and allows our officers to stay focused on higher-priority calls.”
If you’re involved in a “minor, property-damage-only” crash, here’s what IMPD suggests you do:
The exchanged information can be accessed for free online at CrashDocs.org.