Texters reporting crimes to a new vandalism service have also helped snare other criminals.
Cops hoped teens would be more comfortable reporting mindless crimes through the scheme.
And it has proved a success with quick-fingered crime fighters supplying cops with information on disqualified drivers and drug dealers.
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