The Full Story
About Crime Stoppers
Crime Stoppers began in 1976 when a detective in Albuquerque, NM ran out of leads on a homicide case and wanted to encourage community members to come forward anonymously.
By removing the fear of retaliation and offering rewards, Crime Stoppers became a trusted bridge between law enforcement and the public.
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Here in Nebraska, the first chapter launched in Lincoln/Lancaster County in 1980.
This program directly contributes to the safety of our community by helping get tip information to the proper agency and solving criminal cases, thereby making Lincoln and Lancaster a safer place.
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1) Create anonymous methods for tipsters to get information to Law Enforcement, so they can remain safe and secure from any retaliation.
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2) Provide rewards for those tipsters that need a monetary incentive.
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3) Provide a way to pay rewards that keeps the tipster completely anonymous.
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4) To improve the relationships between the community, media and police.
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5) to help create a safer community.
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Goal of Crime Stoppers
Crime Stoppers Board
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A volunteer Civilian Board of Directors manages and raises funds to support the program.
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The board votes on all Tip reward amounts.
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All operating expenses and reward money come from donations.
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Crime Stoppers operates as an independent, not-for-profit organization.
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There is no tax money involved in supporting this program.
