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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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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!

 

 

Residential Burglary, Theft and Criminal Damage

  • 15 October 2020
Residential Burglary, Theft and Criminal Damage

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about a residential burglary and criminal damage which took place at 160 Forrest Ave. lot #1 between September 25th and 30th.  Several windows were broken and numerous items were stolen from the residence and garage including ammunition, tools and a table saw.  A 3ft. tall concrete statue and 1ft. tall owl statue were taken from the front yard.  Also stolen was a black, Icebear, 150cc motorized tricycle and photos of this item can be viewed on this website, Cashfortips.US.  If you have any information about this residential burglary and criminal damage 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!

Shooting

  • 8 October 2020
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This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about a shooting which took place at 1:50pm on Saturday, October 3rd in the 1200 block of west Monroe St.  Witnesses report a light skinned black male with a handgun fired shots from the passenger side window of a maroon 4 door car while east bound on Monroe St.  Law Enforcement believes the maroon vehicle and another vehicle were exchanging gunfire.  An uninvolved vehicle traveling in the area was struck by gunfire and a juvenile female inside the vehicle was shot but suffered non life threatening injuries.  The maroon vehicle was last seen south bound on Lincoln St.  If you have any information about the suspects or vehicles involved in this shooting 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!

Theft

  • 30 September 2020
Theft

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about a theft incident at Illinois Pork Producers Association, 6411 S. 6th St. Frontage Rd. between Friday, September 25th at 3:30pm and Monday, September 28th at 7:00am.  Stolen was a trailer mounted smoker/grill with graphics on both sides and covered with two custom fit, black tarps.  The trailer frame is green and the smoker/grill is silver.  The license plate on the trailer is 5072 JV.  Photos of the smoker/grill can be viewed on this website, Cashfortips.US.   If you have any information about this theft call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 788-8427.  You can also submit a tip on our website or by downloading the P3 app on any mobile device.  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!

Wanted Fugitive

  • 25 September 2020
Wanted Fugitive

This week Crime Stoppers needs your help to locate a wanted fugitive!  23 year old LaDeja P. Frazier is wanted for Aggravated DUI causing the death of another person in reference to a traffic crash from March 2nd.  Frazier is a black female, 5’4” tall, weighs 215 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes with a last known address in Springfield.  A photo of Frazier can be viewed on this website, Cashfortips.US.  If you have any information about this wanted fugitive call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 788-8427.  You can also submit a tip on our website or by downloading the P3 app on any mobile device.  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!

 

Armed Robbery to Business

  • 17 September 2020
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This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about an Armed Robbery at Chipotle, 2579 W. Wabash on Friday, September 11th at 10:20pm. In this incident, two employees were held at gunpoint by a black male who demanded money from the business.  The suspect was approximately 5’10”/thin build, wearing a dark colored cap, dark mask, black shirt and was armed with a silver revolver.  After the Robbery the suspect fled west on foot towards Veterans Pkwy.  If you have any information about this Armed Robbery call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 788-8427.  You can also submit a tip on this website, Cashfortips.US or by downloading the P3 app on any mobile device.  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!

If you are interested in taking part in our next fundraiser, our Take A Swing Out Of Crime golf outing, click "Read More" below and download the registration form!

Seeking Information about Theft and Fraud Suspects

  • 10 September 2020
Seeking Information about Theft and Fraud Suspects

This week Crime Stoppers is asking for your assistance in identifying two suspects who were involved in the theft of a wallet at Target on June 17th.  The suspects then used stolen credit cards from the wallet to purchase items at Wal-Mart.  The suspects are a white female with a large tattoo on her left shoulder and a white male who were driving a white SUV.  Photos of both suspects can be viewed on this website, Cashfortips.US.  If you can identify either suspect or have information about any other crime, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 788-8427.  You can also submit a tip on our website or by downloading the P3 app on any mobile device.  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!

Also, If you are interested in taking part in our Take A Swing Out Of Crime golf outing on October 2nd at Piper Glen golf course, download the registration form by clicking "Read More" below!

Take A Swing Out of Crime Golf Outing

  • 2 September 2020
Take A Swing Out of Crime Golf Outing

This week Crime Stoppers would like to make you aware of our next fundraiser.  On Friday, October 2nd, Crime Stoppers will be hosting a 4 person scramble, 18 hole, golf outing at Piper Glen golf course.  Registration will start at 10am with tee times starting at 11am.  Cost is $100 per golfer or $400 per team and there is a 24 team limit.  Golf carts and a boxed lunch are provided.  Title, Birdie and Hole sponsorships are also available.  For more information about the golf outing, visit our website Cashfortip.US. To leave an anonymous tip about crime, call Crime Stoppers at 788-8427.  You can also submit a tip on this website or by downloading the P3 app on any mobile device.  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!

To register for the golf outing click "Read More" below and download the registration form.

Theft

  • 26 August 2020
Theft

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about a theft that took place on Tuesday, August 18th in the 3000 block of W. Jefferson St. in Springfield.  This incident took place between 6:30am-12:00pm and stolen was a bright red 2018 Polaris General, 1000cc, 2 seat side by side which was parked in the driveway of a residence.  This was a brazen theft, occurring during daylight hours and we need your help to catch this thief!  If you have any information about this theft, you can provide it anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 788-8427, submitting a tip on this website, Cashfortips.US or by downloading the P3 app on any mobile device.  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!

Cold Case Homicide

  • 20 August 2020
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This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about a Cold Case homicide that occurred on May 17th, 1999 at Lincoln Towers, 520 S. 2nd St. in Springfield.  The victim, Carl Dobson was found dead inside the building and his death was ruled a homicide.  Mr. Dobson was a white male, 56 years old at the time of his death and was a resident of Lincoln Towers.  Law Enforcement is asking for the public’s help in shedding new light on this case!  If you have any information about this homicide, you can provide it anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 788-8427, submitting a tip on this website, Cashfortips.US or by downloading the P3 app on any mobile device.  If your tip leads to an arrest you will receive a cash reward up to 5000 dollars.  Remember, Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name!

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