Stephenson County Crime Stop

When a call is received by Crime Stop, it is logged with the date, time, and a brief summary of the information. Callers are furnished with a secret code number which is used in subsequent transactions. If an arrest is made on a felony offender, or fugitive, the caller again contacts Crime Stop and gives the code number. Arrangements will be made for payment in CASH to preserve their anonymity. Crime Stop assures that the caller remains anonymous with no pressure to reveal their identity and still collect their rewards. WHO ADMINISTERS CRIME STOP? Crime Stop is a partner between local concerned citizens and the law enforcement agencies. The operational side of the program is taken care of by law enforcement personnel, while administration is run by a Citizens' Board of Directors. The Board is responsible for overseeing Crime Stop operations. The board adopts the rules and procedures under which Crime Stop operates, and approves and makes the rewards to be paid, based on information presented by the Coordinator. HOW IS IT FUNDED? Stephenson County Crime Stop does not receive funding from any federal, state or local governmental sources. We are a volunteer organization and are supported solely by community contributions. Your contributions are needed to help.