# Metra COPS

> Discreet safety and security reporting app for transit riders. (iPhone/iPad app by Northeast Ilinois Regional Commuter Rail Corporation.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metra-cops/id1452926160 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Northeast Ilinois Regional Commuter Rail Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/1452926159)
- Category: Utilities, Travel
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.82/5 from 85 App Store ratings · 2 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 21 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2019-02-21
- Data updated: 2026-07-27
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metra-cops/id1452926160/reviews.md

## What is Metra COPS?

Metra COPS: Free Safety and Security Mobile App for Riders

The Metra COPS Safety and Security App offers riders a quick and discreet method for reporting safety and security concerns directly to the police. App users can send photos, videos, text descriptions, and locations of suspicious people or activities. From the home screen, users have two easy options for contacting the police:

* The “Report an Issue” button allows users to send text or photos directly to the police. To ensure discretion, the camera flash is automatically disabled when photos are taken through the app. When reporting an issue, users can select locations and report categories to assist the police. Riders can also send reports anonymously if they chose.

* The “Call 911” button will connect customers directly the police.

The application is designed for robust operation even under conditions of poor signal strength. If you send a report from an area without cellular/Wi-Fi connectivity, it will be stored and sent when connectivity returns. The system is also designed to send text descriptions before photos so that the police can get information as quickly as possible.

Additional Features:

BOLO (Be On the Look Out) Alerts. BOLO Alerts on Metra COPS may display alerts from the police about specific persons of interest. For example, Metra COPS may display information about a missing person or child, such as where they were last seen. If you see a person from a BOLO, immediately call 9-1-1 and send an app report discreetly.

Help keep Metra safe, "See Something, Say Something"

## Key features

- Discreet reporting of safety concerns
- Send photos, videos, and text
- Location tagging for reports
- Anonymous reporting option
- Offline report storage and sending
- BOLO alerts for persons of interest

## Recent user reviews (2 of 2)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metra-cops/id1452926160/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Trouble on board? Get this

*2026-01-13, version 1.2.0*

Easy to report problems. Thanks Metra!

### 5/5 — This app is needed for CTA more than for Metra

*2019-04-16, version 1.0.0*

This app is needed for CTA as there is more incidents in CTA.

## Frequently asked questions about Metra COPS

### How do I report an issue with Metra COPS?

You can report an issue by tapping the 'Report an Issue' button on the home screen. This allows you to send text, photos, or videos directly to the police, along with location details and report categories. You can also choose to report anonymously.

### Can I send photos with Metra COPS?

Yes, Metra COPS allows you to send photos and videos as part of your report. The camera flash is automatically disabled when taking photos through the app to ensure discretion.

### What happens if I have a poor signal when using Metra COPS?

The application is designed to work even with poor signal strength. If you send a report from an area without cellular or Wi-Fi connectivity, it will be stored and automatically sent once connectivity is restored.

### Does Metra COPS have ads?

No, Metra COPS does not contain advertisements. It is a free safety and security application designed to provide a discreet reporting method for riders.

### What are BOLO Alerts on Metra COPS?

BOLO (Be On the Look Out) Alerts display information from the police about specific persons of interest, such as missing persons or children. If you see someone matching a BOLO alert, you should immediately call 9-1-1 and discreetly send an app report.

### What is the age rating for Metra COPS?

Metra COPS has an age rating of 17+. This is due to the nature of safety and security reporting, which may involve sensitive content.

### How often is Metra COPS updated?

The latest version of Metra COPS is 1.2.0, which was last updated on March 7, 2023. Updates typically focus on improving performance, reliability, and security features.

### What devices does Metra COPS support?

Metra COPS is available for iPhone and iPod devices. It is designed to offer robust operation for users on these platforms.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 1.2.0 — 2023-03-07

Bug Fixes

### 1.1.0 — 2021-06-11

Added support for Employee Safety Reporting

### 1.0.3 — 2021-02-18

Bug Fixes
Improved the upgrade process when moving to a new device.

### 1.0.1 — 2019-10-02

Fixes a crash in iOS 13

### 1.0.0 — 2019-02-20

No release notes.

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## More apps by Northeast Ilinois Regional Commuter Rail Corporation

- [Metra Connect](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metra-connect/id6754073999)

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