What is a medina alert?

A Medina Alert is a public alert system similar to an Amber Alert but specifically used for hit-and-run incidents. The system was created in Colorado in 2014 in honor of Jose Medina, a parking valet who was killed in a hit-and-run incident.

When a hit-and-run incident occurs and the suspect flees the scene, law enforcement agencies can issue a Medina Alert to notify the public and solicits their help in locating the suspect's vehicle. The alert includes information about the suspect's vehicle and any other relevant details that could assist in identifying and apprehending the perpetrator.

The main purpose of the Medina Alert is to quickly and effectively engage the community in assisting law enforcement in the apprehension of hit-and-run suspects. By involving the public in helping to locate the suspect's vehicle, the alert aims to increase the chances of apprehending the perpetrator and bringing them to justice.