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This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information to assist the Springfield Police Department in reference to a homicide that occurred near the area of 14^th and Cornell in Springfield around 5:50 p.m. on August 18th, 2025. Officers responded to the area for a report of shots fired. During the incident, Officers found 3 victims with gunshot wounds, one of which was tragically killed.  Crime Stoppers needs your help solving this case. If photos become available, they will be posted on this website, cashfortips.us. If you can identify a suspect, suspects or any vehicle involved, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 217-788-8427, submit a tip on our website, or use the P3 mobile app. If your tip results in an arrest you could receive a cash reward up to $5000.  Remember Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name.

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking to assist the Springfield Police Department to identify an individual in reference to a burglary that occurred in the 2800 block of S. 6^th Street, in Springfield.  On August 7th, 2025, officers were called to the building in reference a garage door being forced open.  Once inside it was discovered that several power tools were stolen totaling over $1,000.00.  The suspect was wearing a long sleeve jacket with stripes and a back pack.  Photos of the individual can be found on this website, cashfortips.us.   If you have any information regarding this incident or can identify the suspect, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 217-788-8427, submit a tip on this website, or use the P3 app. If your tip results in an arrest you could receive a cash reward up to $2500.  Remember Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name.

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking to assist the Springfield Police Department to identify two individuals in reference to a felony retail theft that occurred at Family Dollar, 1935 W Monroe, in Springfield.  On July 25^th, 2025, around 8:30 pm two black males, approximately 20 years old, entered the store and purchased two gift cards.  After the transaction was completed with both suspects using the same card to pay, it was discovered the card they used was fraudulent.   One of the black males had long dreads wearing a white T-Shirt and the other was wearing a black shirt and orange shorts.  Both males fled the store heading south.  Images of the individual can be found on this website, cashfortips.us. If you have any information regarding this incident or can identify the suspect, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 217-788-8427, submit a tip on this website, or use the P3 app. If your tip results in an arrest you could receive a cash reward up to $2500.  Remember Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name

This week, Crime Stoppers is seeking information to assist the Illinois State Police in the ongoing investigation into the homicide of Teresa Coleman. Coleman was tragically murdered last year, and her body was discovered on the southbound ramp of I-55 at Stevenson Drive in Springfield.  While a suspect has recently been arrested in connection with the case, there may be additional individuals with knowledge or involvement in this crime.  Crime Stoppers is urging anyone who hasn’t already come forward that may have seen or heard anything to come forward.  Crime Stoppers is offering a cash reward up to $5,000 for any information that leads to additional arrests.  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.

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information to assist the Springfield Police Department to identify an individual in reference to a theft and unlawful use of credit cards.  On June 28th, 2025, the victim reported losing a debit card and the card being used around Springfield.  The suspect, who appear to be a black male several purchases in town totaling over $1,000.00.  Images of the individual can be found on this website, cashfortips.us. If you have any information regarding this incident or can identify the suspects, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 217-788-8427, submit a tip on this website, or use the P3 app. If your tip results in an arrest you could receive a cash reward up to $2500.  Remember Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name.

As we enjoy the summer months, construction activity is in full swing—new roads, buildings, and home renovations are underway. Unfortunately, this uptick in construction also attracts thieves targeting these sites. These crimes don’t just cost money. These crimes have far-reaching consequences: they inflate project costs, delay completion timelines, jeopardize local employment, and compromise the safety of our communities.  If you’ve seen suspicious activity around construction sites—like individuals present after typical working hours, unmarked vehicles, or unfamiliar faces—you can make a real difference.  If you have any information regarding these types of incidents, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 217-788-8427, submit a tip on this website, or use the P3 app. If your tip results in an arrest you could receive a cash reward up to $2500.  Remember Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name.

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking to assist the Springfield Police Department to identify an individual in reference to a forgery and theft that occurred at First Bankers Trust, 2201 Wabash, in Springfield.  On June 26th, 2025, an unknown white female entered the bank pretending to be a customer by using a fake passport with her picture but the victim’s information on it.  The suspect withdrew over $7,000.00 from the account.  Crimestoppers needs your help getting this suspect identified.  Images of the individual can be found on this website, cashfortips.us. If you have any information regarding this incident or can identify the suspect, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 217-788-8427, submit a tip on this website, or use the P3 app. If your tip results in an arrest you could receive a cash reward up to $2500.  Remember Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name.

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking to assist the Springfield Police Department to identify an individual in reference to a burglary that occurred at U Top Fashion, 846 E. South Grand, in Springfield.  On May 6th, 2025, around 4 pm an unknown black male suspect forced entry to a storage shed on the property.  Once inside, the suspect stole hundreds of dollars in property before fleeing south from the store.   At the time the suspect was wearing a blue hooded sweatshirt and khaki shorts.  Images of the individual can be found on this website, cashfortips.us. If you have any information regarding this incident or can identify the suspect, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 217-788-8427, submit a tip on this website, or use the P3 app. If your tip results in an arrest you could receive a cash reward up to $2500.  Remember Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name.

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information to assist the Springfield Police Department to identify two individuals in reference to a theft and unlawful use of credit cards.  On April 19th, 2025, officers received a report of a wallet being stolen and the credit cards being used at various businesses around Springfield.  The suspects, who appear to be a black male and female made several purchases in town totaling over $8,000.00.  Images of the individuals can be found on this website, cashfortips.us. If you have any information regarding this incident or can identify the suspects, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 217-788-8427, submit a tip on this website, or use the P3 app. If your tip results in an arrest you could receive a cash reward up to $2500.  Remember Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name.

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information to assist the Sangamon County Sheriff’s Office in reference to a burglary that occurred in the Lake Knolls Subdividion in Chatham, IL.  On June 14th, 2025, around 1 pm a dark colored Chevrolet Blazer was observed in the area.  The blazer pulled into a drive and a female occupant got out and distracted a homeowner.  Another occupant of the vehicle got out and entered the residence and stole coin collections, jewelry, and cash.   Images of the vehicle can be found on this website, cashfortips.us. If you have any information regarding this incident or can identify the suspects, call Crime Stoppers anonymously at 217-788-8427, submit a tip on this website, or use the P3 app. If your tip results in an arrest you could receive a cash reward up to $2500.  Remember Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name.