Hammond, Ind., police provide safe zone for Craigslist, online sales

In an effort to protect residents from becoming victims of robberies, thefts and fraud, the Hammond, Ind., Police Department has created a "safe-exchange space" at the department, 509 Douglas St. 

A green sign in the department's east parking lot designates a “Meetup Spot" for people buying and selling online goods, Police Chief John Doughty said.

Offerup.com, a website that helps people connect when selling and buying items over the internet, donated the sign, Doughty said. 

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A green sign in the department's east parking lot designates a “Meetup Spot" for people buying and selling online goods, Police Chief John Doughty said.