Burglary, Theft

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking to assist the Springfield Police Department to identify an individual reference a theft. On September 30th police were called to Miracle Temple Church, 1201 Pope St, in reference to a theft of landscaping.  Security video showed around 420 am on September 29^th a black female wearing a blue jacket and black pants rode up to the church on a white bicycle.  The black female proceeded to pull out landscape lighting and wiring before riding off. The total amount of stolen items is worth several hundred dollars.  Images of the individual can be found on this website, cashfortips.us. If you have any 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 reward up to $2500.  Remember Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name.

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information to assist the Springfield Police Department reference a shooting that occurred in the 1100 block of West Jefferson in Springfield around 9 pm on October 8^th, 2024.  Officers responded to the area for a report of shots fired.  During the incident two victims had been shot and were seriously injured.  Crimestoppers needs your help in solving this case.  If photos become available, they will be posted on this website, cashfortips.us. If you can identify a suspect, suspects or any vehicle involved, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 217-788-8427, submit a tip on this website or use the P3 app.   If your tip leads to an arrest you could receive a cash reward of up to $2500. Remember Crime Stoppers only wants your information not your name.

This week, Crime Stoppers is highlighting its upcoming fundraising events. Every Sunday at 7pm, the QUEEN OF HEARTS drawing takes place at Weebles Bar and Grill, with the current pot exceeding $7,500. Additionally, on October 21st, Crime Stoppers presents Rhythm and Brews at Hand of Fate Brewing in Petersburg, featuring Whirled Peas.  Doors open at 5pm and tickets are just $20, which includes complimentary food, drink, and souvenir. As always, individuals with information regarding any crime are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers anonymously at 217-788-8427, on this website or the P3 app.   If your tip leads to an arrest you could receive a cash reward of up to $2500.

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking to assist the Springfield Police Department to identify an individual reference counterfeit money. On September 10^th Officers responded to Nancy’s Pizza, 2301 W Monroe, in reference to an individual using a fake $50 bill.  The suspect was described as a black male wearing a grey shirt, black pants and a dew rag.  The suspect placed an order and used counterfeit money to pay.  It was discovered at that time by officers that the suspect had done the exact same thing to 3 other business in that location within the same time frame. Images of the individual can be found on this website, cashfortips.us. If you have any 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 reward up to $2500.  Remember Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name.

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking to assist the Rochester Police Department to identify an individual reference stolen credit cards.  On August 22^nd and then again on September 5^th several vehicles were broken into at Rochester Community Park where purses and wallets were taken.  Then in the early evening on Sept. 5^th , a white male wearing black sweat pants and a t-shirt attempted to use two of the stolen credit cards at Best Buy (3193 S Veterans Parkway).  Images of the individual can be found on this website, cashfortips.us. If you have any 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 reward up to $2500.  Remember Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name.

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information to assist the Springfield Police Department in reference to a Criminal Damage investigation.  Between August 30^th and 31^st in the overnight hours, an unknown person(s) cut down over 50 trees in a boulevard along the 1700 block of East Lake Shore Dr.  The trees, which were around 6 years old and of various types, sustained damage amounting to over $10,000.00.   Crime Stoppers needs your help in solving this case. If photos become available, they will be posted on this website, cashfortips.us. If you can identify a suspect, suspects or any vehicle involved, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 217-788-8427, submit a tip on this website, or use the P3 mobile 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.

This week Crime Stoppers is unveiling a new initiative aimed at tackling the fentanyl crisis, offering a minimum reward of $1,500.00 for information that leads to an arrest of anyone dealing fentanyl.  According to the Illinois Department of Public Health, synthetic opioid-related deaths, primarily driven by fentanyl, have increased exponentially by over 3,000% since 2013.  In 2022, opioid-related deaths surpassed car crash fatalities by a ratio of 2 to 1.  IN Sangamon County, fentanyl was responsible for over 62% of overdose deaths in 2023.  Through collaborative efforts, we are working to eliminate this dangerous drug from our streets and create safer communities.  If you have any information regarding fentanyl or any other crime 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.

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information to assist the Springfield Police Department in reference to a Deceptive Practices and Forgery case.  On June 27^th a white male approximately 30-40 years old entered The Gold Center (3001 W White Oaks Dr) with a cashier’s check in the amount of $45,000.00.  The suspect used the check to purchase several gold pieces.  At the time of transaction, the check was confirmed to be authentic.  Two days later it was discovered the check was fraudulent.  Photos of the suspect and the vehicle he was driving can be found on this website, cashfortips.us. If you have any information regarding this incident or may have seen the truck, 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.

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information to assist the Springfield Police Department in reference to an aggravated battery.  On June 29^th around 2:30 am officers were called to the area of 5^th and Cedar for a large fight. The victim told officers she was giving a ride to two individuals for ridesharing.  When the she approached the intersection there were several people in the roadway not moving.  After the driver honked to get them to move, several white males and a female started kicking and hitting the vehicle causing over $1,000.00 in damage.  When the driver got out to confront the subjects they began punching her in the face.  Two males were wearing jeans with no shirts and the female was wearing a red spaghetti strap shirt.  Photos of the suspects can be found on this website, cashfortips.us. If you have any information regarding this incident 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

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information to assist the Springfield Police Department reference a burglary.  On July 27^th officers were called to Mansa Mini Storage, 2171 S 9^th St. in reference to a burglary to a storage unit.  During the burglary 35 firearms were taken including AK-47’s, handguns, shotguns and approximately 10,000 rounds of ammunition. Two days later when detectives were conducting follow up in the area, a suspicious white male in his late 20’s, early 30’s, with shaggy brown hair fled on foot upon seeing police.  In the area where the subject was observed, detectives located several boxes of the stolen ammunition.  If photos become available, they will be posted on this website, cashfortips.us. If you can identify a suspect, suspects or any vehicle involved, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 217-788-8427, submit a tip on this website, or use the P3 mobile 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.