social media 1We’ve noticed a number of posts to Next Door and Face Book regarding problems in the area. Unfortunately these posts give no hint that the person ever reported the problem to law enforcement , leaving the reader wondering whether to report or just think that the person posting does not understand the vital importance of reporting problems to law enforcement. We urge that anyone using Next Door or Face Book to post information about serious problems or crimes FIRST make a report to the appropriate law enforcement, THEN post to social media. One recent post complained of a racing car that just went by without even naming the street; that’s the time to call the CHP, when the car is in the area and an officer might be able to react. You do no one any favors to just complain; take proper action!