Learn about Peel Crime Stoppers
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Peel Crime Stoppers is a citizen, media and police cooperative program designed to involve the community in the fight against crime. The program provides citizens with a means to supply police with information anonymously. Cash rewards are offered to persons who call the program with information which leads to an arrest. through this unique partnership of police, media, community and you, we can all help to maintain and improve the quality of life within the Peel Region. There are currently approximately 1200 Crime Stoppers programs throughout the world.
Maybe you heard someone bragging about having committed a crime. Maybe you know someone who is driving a stolen car…or is hiding from the police…or is a robber or drug dealer. Or maybe you just see something that doesn’t look right. A strange car. A person acting sneaky. Someone carrying a gun or knife, or keeping a weapon in their locker. If you aren’t sure that what you saw or heard is really a crime, call anyway. We’ll pass the tip on to police and they can decide if it’s worth investigating. It may be a piece of a clue to a big crime.
Is my identity protected?
Peel Crime Stoppers offers anonymity to tipsters protected by informer privilege.
How do I make an anonymous report to Peel Crime Stoppers?
Call 1-800-222-8477 or https://peelcrimestoppers.ca/
How did Crime Stoppers begin?
In 1976, a Canadian born Police officer in New Mexico needed help to solve a murder. A reenactment of the crime was televised with an offer of a reward for tips. An arrest was made within 24 hours of airing and the program was founded.
How can I make my community safer?
Concerned citizens can submit anonymous tips about suspicious or illegal activities.
Businesses can help raise awareness and funds by hosting events in benefit of Peel Crime Stoppers.
Volunteers can register and participate in community activities organized by Peel Crime Stoppers.
How does the program work?
Step 1: Report tip by calling 1-800-222-8477 or visiting https://peelcrimestoppers.ca/
Step 2: A secret code will be provided (keep confidential)
Step 3: The anonymous tip will be given to police
Step 4: A cash reward will be offered upon arrest or charges laid.
What does the future hold for Peel Crime Stoppers?
Peel Crime Stoppers will continue hosting a series of programs with an aim to raise awareness and education about crime prevention, neighbourhood security and community safety.
