Metra customers can now use the Metra COPS app to quickly and discreetly report crimes, suspicious activity and other safety or security concerns to Metra Police from a train or station. The free app is available for Apple users in the App Store or Android users in Google Play.

You can also report issues using this form.

The app is meant for the reporting of safety and security issues on Metra trains and facilities, such as a crime in progress, disruptive or aggressive behavior, suspicious activity, unattended bags or packages, vandalism, panhandling, fare evasion or other concerns. (Customers are asked to not use the app for customer service issues, service disruptions or travel information.)

Customers can send a description along with a photo and/or video of the issue being reported. The app automatically disables the user’s smartphone flash to ensure discretion, and reports can be made anonymously.

Metra Police dispatchers can respond to the customer through the app, send out advisories and broadcast “Be on the Lookout” alerts to app users. Customers also can still report safety and security concerns to Metra Police at 312-322-2800.

Click here for a Q&A about the COPS app.