This week Crime Stoppers would like to make you aware the Springfield Police Department has noticed an increase in Facebook Market Place scams.  To avoid being a victim, research the seller’s profile and be wary of fake accounts with few pictures, friends and posts.  Look to see if they have recently joined Facebook or if they have been on the platform for a while.  While conducting online transactions, consider using a designated E-Commerce Exchange Zone like the lobby of the Springfield Police Department, for safety.

 If you have any information about a crime call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 217-788-8427, submit a tip on this website, Cashfortips.US or use the P3 app.  If your tip results in an arrest you could receive a cash reward up to $2,500.  Remember Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name.

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about a theft that took place on Tuesday, August 18^th 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!

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about a Cold Case homicide that occurred on May 17^th, 1999 at Lincoln Towers, 520 S. 2^nd 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!

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about a shooting that took place on Monday, June 1^st at 2:53am at Fresh Express, located at 1529 E. Cook St. During this incident, a male victim was standing on the east side of the business when an unknown suspect fired several shots, striking him multiple times in the legs. The victim suffered non-life threatening injuries. Law Enforcement needs your help to identify the suspect in this shooting!  If you have any information about this shooting, 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!

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about an Armed Robbery at Kentucky Fried Chicken, 3150 S. 6^th St. on Sunday, August 2^nd at 10:14pm.  In this incident a black male suspect threatened employee’s with a black handgun and demanded money be placed in a black, Nike backpack the suspect brought with him.  After the Robbery the suspect fled in an unknown direction.  He was described as 6’1”/225lbs. wearing a grey hooded sweatshirt, black face mask, black Nike backpack, black pants and black shoes. If you have any information about this Armed Robbery, 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!

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about an Armed Robbery at Circle K, 2700 Stevenson Dr. on Tuesday, July 28^th at 4:37am.  A black male suspect produced a small black handgun and demanded money from the cash register.  He then fled on foot and was last seen running northwest in the Walgreens lot at Stevenson/Taylor Ave.  The suspect was described as being in his 30’s, 5’10”/150lbs, wearing a black ball cap, black surgical mask, yellow construction shirt with reflective gray stripes over both shoulders and down the middle and black pants.  Photos of the suspect can be viewed on this website, Cashfortips.US.  If you have any information about this Armed Robbery, you can provide it anonymously by calling Crime Stoppers at 788-8427, submitting on our website, or by downloading the P3 app on any mobile device.  Crime Stoppers pays cash rewards and remember we only want your information, not your name!

This week Crime Stoppers would like to remind you of some basic summer safety rules for your home. Leave porch and alley lights on at night, secure all windows, doors and any garage doors. Lock car doors even if you park inside a garage and remove any valuables and don't forget to take your key fob with you!   If leaving town, call your local police department to have vacation checks done. Do not let mail stack up and call the post office for a hold.  Finally, Place lights on timers and arm any alarm systems.  Taking these simple steps can help keep you, your family and your property safe!  If you have information about crime, 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!

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about a shooting that occurred on Tuesday, July 7^th at approximately 10:30pm at 1116 N. 11^th St. in Springfield.  In this incident, multiple shots were fired at the residence by an unknown suspect and one of the bullets entered the home and grazed a female’s head while she was lying on a mattress.  Although the victim’s injury initially appeared to be non-life threatening, she is now in critical condition and Law Enforcement needs your help to identify the shooter!  If you have any information about this Shooting, 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!

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about an Armed Robbery at Rally’s, 710 E. South Grand Ave. on Wednesday, June 24^th at 2:10am.  Two black female suspects, one armed with a handgun, ordered the employee’s to open the safe and cash drawer then fled south from the business with the money!  One suspect was 5’11” and the other 5’8”, one had a blue face mask on and both were wearing black hooded sweatshirts.  If you have any information about this Armed Robbery, 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!

This week Crime Stoppers would like to make you aware of our next fundraiser, our 5^th annual Rhythm & Brews event, which takes place on Monday, July 13^th at Hand Of Fate Brewery, on the square in Petersburg.  Doors open at 5pm and the Whirled Peas take the stage at 6pm.  Tickets are $15 per person or $25 per couple which gets you a brew of your choice, food and a souvenir koozie!  All health guidelines are being observed!  Come on out and support a great organization working to take criminals off the street!  If you have information about crime, 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!

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information about a Shots Fired and Criminal Damage incident that occurred at 830 N. 11th St. on Sunday, June 21^st at 12:30am.  The residence was struck several times by gunfire and a witness advised two suspects were seen running north in the alley behind the residence after the shots were fired.  No one was injured by the gunfire but the residence sustained damage.  If you have any information about this incident you can provide it while staying completely anonymous by calling Crime Stoppers at 788-8427.  You can also submit a tip on this website, Cashfortips.US or download the P3 app on your 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!