The Lenexa Police Department has joined Neighbors by Ring, a new neighborhood watch tool that sends real-time crime and safety notifications directly to your smartphone.

How it works:

• Download the free Neighbors by Ring app on iOS or Android here or text lenexaks to 555888 from your smartphone.
• Opt in to join your neighborhood.
• Customize the geographic area you want to receive notifications for (users must verify where they are located and cannot participate in other neighborhoods).
• Receive real-time alerts from your neighbors, local law enforcement and the Ring team that inform you of crime and safety alerts as they happen.
• View local crime and safety posts via a live feed or interactive map.
• Share crime and safety-related videos and photos directly with the Lenexa Police Department.

You don’t need a Ring device to participate in this program.