Our Mission
Our goal is to stop and prevent acts of violence by bridging the communication gap between citizens who have information and first responders who need information.
SaferWatch modernizes the way incidents and tips are reported by making it fast, simple, and reliable to connect directly with 911 centers, law enforcement, and public safety agencies. Our mission is to prevent incidents and protect people and organizations through innovative technology that improves communication and reduces emergency response time.
Anonymous Tip & Threat Reporting
Real-Time Emergency Alerts
Silent Mobile & Physical Panic Buttons
Mass Notification & Geo-Intelligence

Why SaferWatch Was Created
SaferWatch was founded in response to the devastating Pulse Nightclub shooting in Orlando, Florida in 2016. Like millions of Americans, the founders of SaferWatch were deeply affected—and believed technology could play a greater role in prevention and faster response.
What began in Florida has rapidly expanded across the United States, Mexico, and Canada. Today, SaferWatch is deployed in thousands of locations and has been credited with helping prevent hundreds of incidents, including violent crimes, suicides, and threats to schools and communities.
A Higher Level of Safety for Everyone
With rising threats and growing demands on first responders, SaferWatch exists to do one thing exceptionally well: connect the right people with the right information at the right time. Backed by real-world experience, trusted by public safety professionals, and proven in the field, SaferWatch delivers protection you can rely on—when seconds truly save lives.
Built for Preparedness, Speed and Prevention
SaferWatch is an all-in-one public safety platform designed to help organizations prepare for emergencies before they happen and respond faster when they do.


The SaferWatch Advantage
Safety Team

Richard Ross
Ret. Police Commissioner
Commissioner Richard Ross Jr. spent over 30 years as a trailblazer in law enforcement. Throughout his career, Commissioner Ross has always been committed to fighting to ensure his fellow officers demonstrated effective, respectful, and accountable policing.

Larry Ashley
Ret. Sheriff
Larry R. Ashley graduated from FBI National Academy and a retired Florida Sheriff. Larry has spent over 30 years in law enforcement and obtained numerous specialized training certifications throughout his career.

Kathleen O’Toole
VP of Product
Kathleen O’Toole is a lawyer and career police officer who is known internationally for her leadership skills and police reform strategies. O’Toole is a former Secretary of Public Safety for Massachusetts, Boston Police Commissioner, and Chief of the Seattle Police Department. She continues to demonstrate her commitment to public safety through her work on several law enforcement boards both in the United States and overseas.

Donald De Lucca
Ret. Chief of Police & Past President of IACP
Chief Donald W. De Lucca has over 33 years in law enforcement and is a lifetime member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP). He was sworn in as the 104th President of the association in 2016.

Ian Moffett
Ret. Chief Miami-Dade County Schools
Chief Donald W. De Lucca has over 33 years in law enforcement and is a lifetime member of the International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP). He was sworn in as the 104th President of the association in 2016.

David R. Murtaugh
Ret. U.S. Marshall
David R. Murtaugh is the former executive director of the Indiana Criminal Justice Institute, former sheriff, and lifelong public servant. Murtaugh served as a U.S. Marshal for 8 years and as an advisor to the Senator.

Greg Hamilton
Ret. Sheriff
Greg Hamilton was born and raised in Central Texas and received a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from Southwest Texas State University Hamilton was appointed Chief of Enforcement at the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Commission (TABC) in 1994 and elected to serve as President of the National Liquor Law Enforcement Association (NLLEA). Hamilton was elected as the Sheriff of Travis County in 2004.

John R. Layton
Ret. Sheriff & Past President of NSA
John R. Layton’s 45 year career with the MCSO included Patrol Deputy, Undercover Vice and Narcotics Corporal/Sergeant, Physical/Sexual Abuse Unit Sergeant, chosen by Sheriff Frank Anderson to serve as the Executive Officer of MCSO Colonel, elected Sheriff of Marion County, and was appointed to preside over the building of the new Adult Detention Center for Marion County.

Dr. Hector R. Garcia
Ret. Chief of Police and Dr. in Organization Leadership
Dr. Garcia is a 33-year law enforcement and security professional. He holds a doctorate in Organizational Leadership and has served as Chief of Police on three separate occasions. He has worked on national and international public safety projects throughout his career and is considered an international expert on leadership, criminal justice and security/safety operations.

Laura McElroy
Ret. Executive Civilian
Laura has 30 years of extensive experience as an award-winning journalist, communications director of an urban police department, and communication strategist. She has successfully managed worst-case incidents addressing every aspect of a crisis including strategizing on organizational representation, addressing all the stakeholders, and minimizing impact on operations. As an Information Officer at the Tampa Police Department, Laura strategically navigated numerous crises ultimately strengthening community relationships.

Robert J. Ford
Ret. Special Agent-in-Charge
Robert J. Ford began his law enforcement career at the Villa Rica Police Department in 1990 for one year before becoming a Narcotics Agent with the Georgia Bureau of Investigation (GBI) for over twenty years. Upon ending his career at the GBI as a Special Agent-in-Charge (SAC), Ford continued his career in law enforcement by joining the Clayton County Sheriff’s Department as the Deputy Director for Constituency Services and in charge of Strategic Intelligence collection for the department.
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