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Burglary

Burglary and Criminal Damage

  • 18 December 2024
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This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information to assist the Springfield Police Department in reference to a burglary and criminal damage report. On November 13th and 17th ,in the early morning hours, police responded to White Oaks Mall, 2501 Wabash , in reference to several thousand dollars’ worth of damage being done to the inside of the building. Once inside, the suspects, who appear to be teenagers, damaged windows, fixtures, water pipes, and discharged fire extinguishers throughout the building. If photos become available they will be posted on this website, cashfortips.us. If you have any information regarding this incident or can identify the suspects call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 217-788-8427, submit a tip on this website, or use the P3 app. If your tip results in an arrest you could receive a cash reward up to $2500.  Remember Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name.

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Armed Robbery to Business

  • 17 September 2020
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This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about an Armed Robbery at Chipotle, 2579 W. Wabash on Friday, September 11th at 10:20pm. In this incident, two employees were held at gunpoint by a black male who demanded money from the business.  The suspect was approximately 5’10”/thin build, wearing a dark colored cap, dark mask, black shirt and was armed with a silver revolver.  After the Robbery the suspect fled west on foot towards Veterans Pkwy.  If you have any information about this Armed Robbery call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 788-8427.  You can also submit a tip on this website, Cashfortips.US or by downloading the P3 app on any mobile device.  If your tip leads to an arrest you will receive a cash reward up to 2500 dollars.  Remember, Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name!

If you are interested in taking part in our next fundraiser, our Take A Swing Out Of Crime golf outing, click "Read More" below and download the registration form!

Seeking Information about Theft and Fraud Suspects

  • 10 September 2020
Seeking Information about Theft and Fraud Suspects

This week Crime Stoppers is asking for your assistance in identifying two suspects who were involved in the theft of a wallet at Target on June 17th.  The suspects then used stolen credit cards from the wallet to purchase items at Wal-Mart.  The suspects are a white female with a large tattoo on her left shoulder and a white male who were driving a white SUV.  Photos of both suspects can be viewed on this website, Cashfortips.US.  If you can identify either suspect or have information about any other crime, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 788-8427.  You can also submit a tip on our website or by downloading the P3 app on any mobile device.  If your tip leads to an arrest you will receive a cash reward up to 2500 dollars.  Remember, Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name!

Also, If you are interested in taking part in our Take A Swing Out Of Crime golf outing on October 2nd at Piper Glen golf course, download the registration form by clicking "Read More" below!

Take A Swing Out of Crime Golf Outing

  • 2 September 2020
Take A Swing Out of Crime Golf Outing

This week Crime Stoppers would like to make you aware of our next fundraiser.  On Friday, October 2nd, Crime Stoppers will be hosting a 4 person scramble, 18 hole, golf outing at Piper Glen golf course.  Registration will start at 10am with tee times starting at 11am.  Cost is $100 per golfer or $400 per team and there is a 24 team limit.  Golf carts and a boxed lunch are provided.  Title, Birdie and Hole sponsorships are also available.  For more information about the golf outing, visit our website Cashfortip.US. To leave an anonymous tip about crime, call Crime Stoppers at 788-8427.  You can also submit a tip on this website or by downloading the P3 app on any mobile device.  If your tip leads to an arrest you will receive a cash reward up to 2500 dollars.  Remember, Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name!

To register for the golf outing click "Read More" below and download the registration form.

Theft

  • 26 August 2020
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This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about a theft that took place on Tuesday, August 18th in the 3000 block of W. Jefferson St. in Springfield.  This incident took place between 6:30am-12:00pm and stolen was a bright red 2018 Polaris General, 1000cc, 2 seat side by side which was parked in the driveway of a residence.  This was a brazen theft, occurring during daylight hours and we need your help to catch this thief!  If you have any information about this theft, you can provide it anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 788-8427, submitting a tip on this website, Cashfortips.US or by downloading the P3 app on any mobile device.  If your tip leads to an arrest you will receive a cash reward up to 2500 dollars.  Remember, Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name!

Cold Case Homicide

  • 20 August 2020
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This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about a Cold Case homicide that occurred on May 17th, 1999 at Lincoln Towers, 520 S. 2nd St. in Springfield.  The victim, Carl Dobson was found dead inside the building and his death was ruled a homicide.  Mr. Dobson was a white male, 56 years old at the time of his death and was a resident of Lincoln Towers.  Law Enforcement is asking for the public’s help in shedding new light on this case!  If you have any information about this homicide, you can provide it anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 788-8427, submitting a tip on this website, Cashfortips.US or by downloading the P3 app on any mobile device.  If your tip leads to an arrest you will receive a cash reward up to 5000 dollars.  Remember, Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name!

Shooting

  • 12 August 2020
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This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about a shooting that took place on Monday, June 1st at 2:53am at Fresh Express, located at 1529 E. Cook St. During this incident, a male victim was standing on the east side of the business when an unknown suspect fired several shots, striking him multiple times in the legs. The victim suffered non-life threatening injuries. Law Enforcement needs your help to identify the suspect in this shooting!  If you have any information about this shooting, you can provide it anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 788-8427, submitting a tip on this website, Cashfortips.US or by downloading the P3 app on any mobile device.  If your tip leads to an arrest you will receive a cash reward up to 2500 dollars.  Remember, Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name!

Armed Robbery to Business

  • 7 August 2020
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This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about an Armed Robbery at Kentucky Fried Chicken, 3150 S. 6th St. on Sunday, August 2nd at 10:14pm.  In this incident a black male suspect threatened employee’s with a black handgun and demanded money be placed in a black, Nike backpack the suspect brought with him.  After the Robbery the suspect fled in an unknown direction.  He was described as 6’1”/225lbs. wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt, black face mask, black Nike backpack, black pants and black shoes. If you have any information about this Armed Robbery, you can provide it anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 788-8427, submitting a tip on this website, Cashfortips.US or by downloading the P3 app on any mobile device.  If your tip leads to an arrest you will receive a cash reward up to 2500 dollars.  Remember, Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name!

 

 

Armed Robbery to Business

  • 29 July 2020
Armed Robbery to Business

 

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about an Armed Robbery at Circle K, 2700 Stevenson Dr. on Tuesday, July 28th at 4:37am.  A black male suspect produced a small black handgun and demanded money from the cash register.  He then fled on foot and was last seen running northwest in the Walgreens lot at Stevenson/Taylor Ave.  The suspect was described as being in his 30’s, 5’10”/150lbs, wearing a black ball cap, black surgical mask, yellow construction shirt with reflective gray stripes over both shoulders and down the middle and black pants.  Photos of the suspect can be viewed on this website, Cashfortips.US.  If you have any information about this Armed Robbery, you can provide it anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 788-8427, submitting on our website, or by downloading the P3 app on any mobile device.  Crime Stoppers pays cash rewards and remember we only want your information, not your name!

Summer Safety Tips for your Home and Vehicle

  • 24 July 2020
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This week Crime Stoppers would like to remind you of some basic summer safety rules for your home. Leave porch and alley lights on at night, secure all windows, doors and any garage doors. Lock car doors even if you park inside a garage and remove any valuables and don't forget to take your key fob with you!   If leaving town, call your local police department to have vacation checks done. Do not let mail stack up and call the post office for a hold.  Finally, Place lights on timers and arm any alarm systems.  Taking these simple steps can help keep you, your family and your property safe!  If you have information about crime, you can provide it anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 788-8427, submitting a tip on this website, Cashfortips.US or by downloading the P3 app on any mobile device.  If your tip leads to an arrest you will receive a cash reward up to 2500 dollars.  Remember, Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name!

Shooting

  • 16 July 2020
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This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about a shooting that occurred on Tuesday, July 7th at approximately 10:30pm at 1116 N. 11th St. in Springfield.  In this incident, multiple shots were fired at the residence by an unknown suspect and one of the bullets entered the home and grazed a female’s head while she was lying on a mattress.  Although the victim’s injury initially appeared to be non-life threatening, she is now in critical condition and Law Enforcement needs your help to identify the shooter!  If you have any information about this Shooting, you can provide it anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 788-8427, submitting a tip on this website, Cashfortips.US or by downloading the P3 app on any mobile device.  If your tip leads to an arrest you will receive a cash reward up to 2500 dollars.  Remember, Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name!

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