This week, Crime Stoppers is seeking information to help the Springfield Police Department to identify two individuals in reference to a theft. 

On October 14^th two women had their wallets stolen while shopping in Springfield. The stolen credit cards were then used around town to make large purchases, totaling over $6,000.00 

This incident is an important reminder to protect yourself from pickpockets while shopping. Keep purses zipped and close to your body, never leave wallets unattended in shopping carts, and be aware of anyone standing unusually close or attempting to distract you.  Pickpockets often take advantage of busy stores and distracted shoppers.

Images of the suspects can be found on this website cashfortips.us. Anyone with information about this incident call Crime Stoppers at 217-788-8427.

If your tip results in an arrest, you could receive a cash reward of up to $2,500.

Remember, Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name.

This week, Crime Stoppers is seeking information to help the Sangamon County Sheriffs Office to identify an individual in reference to criminal damage.  On October 2nd, 2026, around 4:50 am a white male wearing blue shirt carrying a white bag cut open the tarp on a Lowe boat that was at East Side Marine, 2525 E North Grand.  The white male got into the boat and then left a short time later heading West.  The damage to the boat was approximately $1,800. Images of the individual can be found on this website at cashfortips.us.  Anyone with information regarding this incident, or can identify the suspect, 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...

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