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Homicide

  • 18 March 2024
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This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information to assist the Illinois State Police in reference to homicide investigation.  On March 13th, 2024, around 1200 pm police were called to the southbound on ramp to I-55 at Stevenson Drive in reference to a body being found.  Investigators were able to identify the body as Teresa Coleman from Springfield who had been reported missing on March 4th.  Her death is being ruled as a homicide.  Anyone with information regarding Teresa’s death that leads to an arrest will receive a cash reward up to $5000.  An image of her can be found on this website, cashfortips.us. If you have any information regarding this incident call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 217-788-8427, submit a tip on this website, or use the P3 app. Remember Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name.

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Shots Fired and Criminal Damage

  • 23 December 2020
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This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about a Shots Fired and Criminal Damage incident that occurred on Saturday, December 19th at 7pm at 1936 Marland St. in Springfield.  Multiple shots were fired at the residence from a dark colored Dodge Challenger.  The residence was struck several times but no one was injured.  The vehicle was last seen west bound on Griffiths St. from Marland St.  Law Enforcement needs your help locating the vehicle and identifying its occupants!  If you have information about the vehicle or can identify the occupants, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 788-8427, submit a tip on this website, Cashfortips.US or download the P3 app on any mobile device and submit a tip from there.  If your tip leads to an arrest you will receive a cash reward up to 2500 dollars. Remember Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name.

Unlawful Use of a Weapon

  • 15 December 2020
Unlawful Use of a Weapon

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about an Unlawful Use of a Weapon incident at The Boulevard Town Homes, 2715 S. Macarthur #69 on Wednesday, December 2nd at 8:40pm.  Security video from the scene shows two black males at the door of the apartment.  One of the males is wearing a gray hooded sweatshirt and the outline of a handgun can be seen in his right front pocket.  The second male is wearing a black puffy coat.  They indicated they were there looking for someone.  Law Enforcement is attempting to identify both subjects and needs your help!  A photo of the subjects can be viewed on this website, Cashfortips.US. If you can identify either subject, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 788-8427 or submit a tip on this website.  If your tip leads to an arrest you will receive a cash reward up to 2500 dollars. Remember Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name.

Catalytic Converter Thefts

  • 9 December 2020
Catalytic Converter Thefts

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about ongoing thefts of catalytic converters in the Springfield Area.  The thefts span the months of October and November with several incidents taking place over the long Thanksgiving holiday weekend.  Locations of thefts have been auto dealerships, storage units and church lots. The catalytic converters are cut from the exhaust of victim vehicles.  Large trucks, vans and motorhomes have been the main targets of the thieves.  If you have information about these thefts call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 788-8427 or submit a tip on this website, Cashfortips.US.  You can also download the P3 app on any mobile device and submit a tip from there.  Crime Stoppers pays cash rewards up to $2500 for tips resulting in an arrest and remember, Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name!

Criminal Damage to Property/Shots Fired

  • 2 December 2020
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This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about a shots fired incident that took place on Monday, November 30th at 12:43pm in the 2100 block of east Monroe St.  An unknown suspect(s) fired multiple shots which struck 4 residences causing damage to siding, windows and doors.  No persons were struck by gunfire or injured during this incident.  A silver car was seen leaving the area but it is unknown if the vehicle was involved. Law Enforcement needs your help to identify the suspects who fired the shots! If you have information about this incident call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 788-8427 or submit a tip on this website, Cashfortips.US.  Crime Stoppers pays cash rewards up to $2500 for tips resulting in an arrest and remember, Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name!

Burglaries at PNC Bank

  • 25 November 2020
Burglaries at PNC Bank

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about two Burglaries during the overnight hours of Wednesday, November 4th and Tuesday, November 10th at PNC Bank, 802 S. 11th St. in Springfield.  In both incidents, the front glass door of the bank was broken to gain entry and once inside the suspect pried open cash drawers and took money.  The suspect appears to be the same person in both incidents and was described as a younger, thin black male wearing a dark hooded sweatshirt, black or camo pants and white gloves.  Photos of the suspect can be viewed on this website, Cashfortips.US.  If you have information about these Burglaries call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 788-8427, submit a tip on this website or download the P3 app on any mobile device and submit a tip from there.  Crime Stoppers pays cash rewards up to $2500 for tips resulting in an arrest and remember, Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name!

Burglary and Shots Fired

  • 18 November 2020
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This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about a Burglary and Shots Fired incident that took place at 1911 E. Edwards St. on Tuesday, November 10th at 1:30am.  Victims stated they were awakened to a thin black male, 5’10” inside the residence.  This male exited the residence through the back door and two shots were fired at the back of the home moments later.  A black car was seen speeding east bound in the alley after the incident.  Items from inside the home were located in the back yard and a bullet hole was found near the back door of the residence.  If you have information about this Burglary and Shots Fired call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 788-8427 or submit a tip on this website, Cashfortips.US.  Crime Stoppers pays cash rewards up to $2500 for tips resulting in an arrest and remember, Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name!

Burglary and Theft

  • 12 November 2020
Burglary and Theft

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about a Burglary and Theft that took place at Southwind Park, 4965 S. 2nd St. on Sunday, November 8th at approximately 12:20am.  An unknown suspect(s) entered the maintenance shed and stole a metallic red, gas powered, utility Club Car Turf 2 golf cart.  The golf cart has an aluminum utility bed with an American flag decal on the back and is valued at $7000.00. If you have information about this Burglary and Theft or any other crime call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 788-8427 or submit a tip on this website, Cashfortips.US.  You can also download the P3 app on any mobile device and submit a tip from there.  Crime Stoppers pays cash rewards up to 2500 dollars for tips resulting in an arrest and remember, Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name!

 

Burglary

  • 4 November 2020
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This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about a Burglary that took place between Tuesday, October 6th and Sunday, October 11th at 1012 W. Monroe St. in Auburn.  In this case the door of an unattached garage was forced open and once inside, approximately 50 firearms were stolen from a safe.  Law Enforcement needs your help to identify the suspects in this case!  If you have information about this Burglary or any other crime call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 788-8427 or submit a tip on this website, Cashfortips.US.  You can also download the P3 app on any mobile device and submit a tip from there.  Crime Stoppers pays cash rewards up to 2500 dollars for tips resulting in an arrest and remember, Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name!

 

Crime Stoppers Reminder To Lock Your Vehicle!

  • 28 October 2020
Crime Stoppers Reminder To Lock Your Vehicle!

Recently the Springfield Police Department has noted an increase in burglaries to unlocked vehicles resulting in firearms and other valuable items stolen.  Crime Stoppers would like to remind everyone to make sure you lock your vehicle while away from it!  Do not leave your key fob inside the vehicle and take any valuable items with you or lock them in the trunk out of sight.  With the holiday shopping season approaching, burglars will be targeting store parking lots, taking the above steps can keep your purchases safe while going from store to store.  If you have information about any crime call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 788-8427 or submit a tip on this website, Cashfortips.US.  Crime Stoppers pays cash rewards up to 2500 dollars for tips resulting in an arrest and remember, Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name!

Armed Robbery

  • 22 October 2020
Armed Robbery

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about an Armed Robbery at Circle K gas station, 3261 Clear Lake Ave. on Thursday, October 15th at 1:58am.  In this incident a black male armed with a black handgun, wearing a blue quarter zip sweatshirt with a white undershirt, light colored pants, gray shoes and surgical mask demanded money from the cash register.  The clerk noted the gun had duct tape on the grip.  A possible 2nd suspect, who did not enter the store but fled with the above suspect, was wearing a black sweatshirt with yellow lettering, dark pants, white costume mask that covered his entire face and black Nike shoes with a white “swoosh” and red heals.  After the robbery both suspects fled west bound on foot.  Photos of the suspects can be viewed on this website, Cashfortips.US.  If you have any information about this Armed Robbery call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 788-8427 or submit a tip on our website.  Crime Stoppers pays cash rewards up to 2500 dollars for tips resulting in an arrest and remember, Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name!

 

 

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