IMPD E-Commerce Exchange Zones at District Headquarters

INDIANAPOLIS–The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department (IMPD) would like to remind community members of our “E-Commerce Exchange Zone” at each district headquarters. Citizens are encouraged to use the front parking lots or lobby (if available) when completing online purchases and transactions.

As online business transactions are more frequently conducted, there has been a nationwide increase in crime. IMPD is taking a proactive approach to deter crime by creating an Online Purchase Safe Zone, or “E-Commerce Zone.” In an attempt to reduce the likelihood of citizens falling victim to scams or more serious crimes; IMPD has designated the front parking lot or lobby (if available) as the Online Purchase Safety Zone. These areas are under 24-hour video surveillance.

Citizens who are conducting private business transactions by answering newspaper advertisements, or through online retailers such as E-Bay, Craigslist, OfferUp, Facebook etc. can finalize their business transactions in a safe place. While law enforcement officials will not be involved in verification, monitoring or facilitating the private transactions, this program is designed to provide a known, well-lit and secure location to conduct business. Citizens can request the other person to meet at this E-Commerce Zone.

The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department is not reacting to any one specific incident, but rather taking a pro-active approach to provide a location where community members can feel safe meeting an unknown individual to conduct their private transaction.

“E-Commerce Exchange Zones” are available at the following police districts:

• North District Headquarters –  3120 E. 30^th Street 
  Lobby Open Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Closed Holidays)
  Reserved Parking Available 24-Hours in the north parking lot
• East District Headquarters – 201 N. Shadeland Avenue
  Reserved Parking Available 24-Hours outside Door #1
• Southeast District Headquarters – 1150 S. Shelby Street
  Lobby Open Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• (Closed Holidays)
• Southwest District Headquarters –  551 N. King Street 
  Lobby Open Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Closed Holidays)
  Reserved Parking Available 24-Hours
• Northwest District Headquarters –  3821 Industrial Boulevard 
  Lobby Open Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Closed Holidays)
  *Parking is limited.  Do not park on the main drive on the north side of the building. *
• Downtown District Headquarters – 39 W. Jackson Place Suite 500
  Lobby Open Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Closed Holidays)
  *Parking is limited to metered parking spots near the building. *

The Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department strictly prohibits the following transactions:

• Illegal transactions, including, but not limited to: contraband, narcotics, illegal substances, stolen property, or other illegal items and/or exchanges
• Transactions involving firearms, firearms parts, ammunition or explosives
• Large, bulky items that would disrupt the operations of the police facility
• The delivery of any packages or goods to these facilities on behalf of a purchaser

 
The Police Department’s video surveillance operates 24-hours a day and anyone using the “E-Commerce Exchange Zone” is subject to being recorded.  This service requires no prior authorization or police response.