Are tip lines really anonymous?
An anonymous tip means your name is not known or made public. When a tipster calls the Crime Stoppers tipsline, they are first given a code number and they are prompted not to disclose their identity at any time. The tipster remains, in terms of identity, only a number and the tip remains 100% anonymous.
Is there a reward for turning in a fugitive?
Local Crime Stoppers programs are non-profit organizations led by citizens against crime. Some Crime Stoppers programs offer cash rewards of up to $1000 to persons providing anonymous information that leads to the felony arrest of criminals and fugitives.
Is Crime Stoppers anonymous?
100% anonymous. Crimestoppers is not an emergency service and if you see a crime taking place you should ring 999 to report it immediately. Don’t want to speak to the police? When you give information, we’ll pass it on so you don’t have to. Follow up with more information through our anonymous two-way communication.
What happens when you report something to Crimestoppers?
Your report is sent to the relevant authority with the legal responsibility to investigate crimes, make arrests and charge people in order to bring them to justice.
What can be reported to Crimestoppers?
Please see our advice for passing on information about the following:
- Report an emergency.
- You are a victim of crime.
- Benefit fraud.
- Scam emails or phone calls.
- Untaxed vehicles.
- Minor driving offences.
- Dumped vehicles.
- Noise complaints.
What can be reported to Crime Stoppers?
Do rewards ever get paid?
Rewards are generally paid to people who provide actual, concrete information that is useful in apprehending the suspect for whom the reward is offered. Unfortunately, it’s actually pretty rare for these circumstances to come to fruition, which is why you see such large rewards for those on the FBI “Most Wanted” list.
Can you remain anonymous when calling the police?
Yes. You can make anonymous calls to Police if such calls are for giving them some information about Crime, criminal, wanted accused.
What should you not call the police?
When not to call 911 Don’t call 911 to request general information. Don’t call 911 to request directory assistance. Don’t call 911 to ask for help for your injured or lost pet. Don’t call 911 to report abandoned vehicles.