Mobile phone owners have a new way to report animal cruelty crimes thanks to a new smart phone application unveiled on Feb. 20 by the Animal Legal Defense Fund (ALDF). The California-based ALDF advances animals’ interests through the legal system.

Organization spokeswoman Lisa Franzetta said that the ALDF Crime Tips application allows anyone who see or suspects animal cruelty or neglect to submit audio, video, picture, and GPS information of any incident straight to the nearest law enforcement authorities. ALDF worked with LiveSafe, a Washington D.C.-based mobile safety and incident reporting firm, to develop the application, Franzetta said.

"This discreet … way to help animals lets concerned citizens take action on the spot with the confidence that their tips will get to authorities who can help animals," said ALDF Executive Director Stephen Wells.

Some rescuers’ opinions about the application are mixed

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