POLAND TWP., Ohio -  Another Valley community is offering a safe place to complete internet sales transactions.

The Poland Township Police Department has created a Community Exchange Zone in the parking lot of the Government Center at 3339 Dobbins Road.

 The lot has two parking spaces designated for Conducting Internet Transactions as well as Custody Exchanges.

Activities that take place in the area are recorded on video, according to signs posted at the spaces.

The safe zones are designed to prevent people from becoming victims of crimes while completing deals arranged over the internet and sales apps.

Other communities offer safe exchange zones including Bazetta Township,  East Liverpool, Boardman, Newton Falls, and Warren.