Crime Stoppers

Crime Stoppers

SUBMIT A TIP

If you become aware of criminal activity, you can contact CRIME STOPPERS.

TIP

Text messaging: CRCS to CRIMES (274637)

Phone: 1 – 800 – 222 – 8477 (tips) anywhere in British Columbia

On-Line - Submit a tip: Click here

Calls are received at the local CRIME STOPPERS tips line phone. This phone is a standalone instrument which does not provide caller ID, and conversations are not recorded.

The CRIME STOPPERS police or civilian Coordinator receiving the information completes the tips information form, makes initial inquiries and then passes the information to the investigating officer. Calls are accepted regarding any publicized request for information, such as "Crime of the Week" or such other crime(s) the caller has knowledge of.

By guaranteeing a caller`s anonymity CRIME STOPPERS allows the caller to give information in a positive atmosphere without the prospect of retribution. By offering cash rewards for information leading to indictment or arrests, the program encourages otherwise reluctant callers to provide information.

Cash rewards are available to people who call the Crime Stoppers program and their information leads to an arrest.

About CRIME STOPPERS

One of the most important factors in reducing crime is public awareness. Community Based Policing programs have increased the input and assistance from citizens in reporting crime and suspicious activity. As a community we all play a role in helping police to keep the numbers moving in the right direction. We at GoCampbellRiver.com encourage the citizens of Campbell River and the surrounding region to be active in our community by keeping our local Crime Stoppers as a quick link on your phone or mobile devise and reporting any activity that you may deem suspicious.

CRIME STOPPERS is an independent non-profit society and registered charity managed by a civilian Board of Directors working in partnership with the police, the media and local citizens.

CRIME STOPPERS is a vehicle that allows citizens to ANONYMOUSLY supply police with information about a crime or potential crime of which they may have knowledge without fear of reprisal.

Although based in Campbell River, services are provided to the communities of Gold River, Sayward, Port McNeill, Port Hardy, Port Alice, Bella Coola, Quadra Island, Tahsis, Zeballos, Alert Bay and the islands as necessary.

Crime of the Week

If you have any information or have witnessed anything about these crimes or any person’s involved, you are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers to submit a Tip. You are not required to give your name. CRIME STOPPERS will pay cash reward of up to $2000.00 for any tip that results in an arrest. You are to remain completely anonymous.

Click here to view the crime of the week

Wanted Suspects

Over the past 10 years, crime rates in British Columbia are on the decrease. Province wide a number of factors are involved in decreasing numbers, these include the public’s participation in programs that assist police in apprehending criminals and their reporting systems wherein the police have instant access to information on criminals and criminal activity. Your anonymous tips are greatefully appreicated.

Click here to view wanted suspects

Unsolved Crimes

The crimes listed here still remain unsolved. The local police are seeking the public’s assistance with any information concerning the any activities that may lead to the return of goods stolen or the apprehension of suspects involved in these crimes.

Click here to view unsolved crimes

Missing Persons

It is a common misconception that a person must be absent for at least 24 hours before being legally classified as missing, in instances where there is evidence of violence or of an unusual absence, law enforcement agencies often stress the importance of beginning an investigation promptly. Your assistance in locating the missing persons in the accompanying pages is welcomed.

Click here to view missing persons

Community Programs

Operation Hands Off

Operation Hands Off ® is a nationally coordinated strategy designed to prevent theft. This program provides a multi–layered approach to crime prevention and incorporates several layers of identification. These layers include *MicroDotDNA TM, DataMatrixDNA, forensic markings and a sophisticated law enforcement data base system designed to provide 24/7 traceability for all registered property.

The Operation Hands Off ® system provides a 21st century solution for property identification and traceability for all types of assets such as:

Personal Belongings such as; mobile phones, ipods, laptops, bikes, artwork, stereo equipment, tools, equipment, building materials and other assets that otherwise could not be identified.

Property identification has long been recognized as the primary defence against theft and the prosecution of criminals. Without property identification, a criminal might not be charged with a crime and recovered property may never be returned due to the lack of identification.

Property identification also significantly increases the risk to a thief by increasing the possibility of the property being identified while trying to sell the item online or through pawn shops.

Citizens also play a part in this program as they can also search a serial number before purchasing an item to check if it is registered on the Operation Hands Off ® website. The program as a whole creates an effective anti-theft protection program that everyone can play a part in.

Become a member of Operation Hands Off ® today and help support your local Crime Stoppers program while protecting your property. A portion of proceeds from this program supports both Canadian Crime Stoppers Association and participating local Crime Stoppers programs.

*A micirodot is a text or image substantially reduced in size into a 1mm disc to prevent detection by unintended recipients. Microdots are normally circular around one millimetre in diameter but can be made into different shapes and sizes and made from various materials such as polyester.

Microdot identification is a process where tiny identification tags are etched or coded with a given vehicle identifier, asset identification number or a unique serial number. Unique (PIN), asset identification number or customized customer data entries are also available. The microdots are brushed or sprayed onto the key parts of an asset to provide complete parts marking. The technology was developed in the United States in the 1990s before being commercialized by various manufacturers and distributors around the world.