How It Works

Put simply, it is a three part approach to solving the crime problem. CrimeStoppers relies on cooperation between the community, the media, and law enforcement to provide a flow of information about crime and criminals.

Calls are received at the local CrimeStoppers tips line phone. This phone is a stand alone instrument which does not provide caller ID, and conversations are not recorded. The CrimeStoppers police or civilian coordinator receiving the information completes the tips information form, makes initial inquiries and then passes the information to the investigating officer. Calls are accepted regarding any publicized request for information of criminal activity the caller has knowledge of. By guaranteeing a caller`s anonymity CrimeStoppers allows the caller to give information in a positive atmosphere without the prospect of retribution.