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Springfield police said a Crime Stoppers tip led to the arrest Friday of a city man in the April 29 attempted armed robbery of Taco Gringo, 125 South Grand Ave. E.

Crime Stoppers of Sangamon and Menard Counties on Wednesday reminded residents to take extra safety precautions now that warm weather is here.

A tip from Crime Stoppers resulted in the arrest of a unnamed 16 year old boy and the recovery of the stolen Lincoln Sword.

Crime Stoppers coordinator works to publicize reward program

A Crime Stoppers program originally envisioned to help rid neighborhoods of drug houses is also cutting down on prostitution and prompting residents to clean up their property.