The Dallas Police Department is on the lookout for Jose Louis Bernal, and they are seeking the help of the public. Authorities turned to social media in an effort to garner tips on the whereabouts of Bernal, whose details were revealed in a Facebook post on the Dallas Police Department's official page.
In an ongoing effort to quickly apprehend wanted individuals, the department's latest #WantedWednesday spotlight has been trained on Bernal. This initiative encourages citizens to act as the eyes and ears of law enforcement, though strongly advises against taking any police action themselves. Instead, those with any viable information are urged to immediately reach out to Crime Stoppers, at a dedicated tip line, by calling 214-373-TIPS (8477).
Details concerning the nature of Bernal’s alleged offenses were not immediately outlined in the post by DallasPD. However, the social media strategy employed is part of a broader push to engage the community in aiding police efforts. By utilizing platforms where large swathes of the public are likely to see their messages, law enforcement agencies can extend their reach vastly beyond traditional means.
