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This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information to assist the Springfield Police Department reference a burglary to motor vehicle that occurred at the Rutledge Youth Foundation on September 12^th just before 11:00 a.m. The suspect, who appeared to be a male wearing a blue windbreaker, red Air Jordan hat and dark jeans, made entry into the victim’s vehicle and proceeded to steal an array of items. It is believed the suspect has been seen in the area before asking for cigarettes. Photos of the suspect 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 reference a retail theft that occurred at Macy’s on September 7^th around 12:00 p.m. Two male suspects entered the store and began to ask to see an assortment of various jewelry. After both suspects looked at jewelry one of the subjects grabbed a 3 piece diamond ring set valued at $5,500 and ran away from the store. The other suspect fled the store as well. Photographs of the suspects can be found on this website, cashfortips.us. Both suspects were described as being around 6’0 one being thin, and the other of medium build. 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. 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 Rochester Police Department reference multiple vehicle thefts and vehicle burglaries that occurred between July 14^th and 15th. One vehicle theft occurred in the apartment complex on Cardinal Hill Rd while the other vehicle theft and vehicle burglaries occurred in the Camelot subdivision. During the burglaries, an array of items were taken including a Glock 43x handgun. The stolen vehicles have been recovered however, the firearm has not and Crime Stoppers needs your help solving these crimes. There are no photos available at this time. If you have any information regarding this incident, 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 $2500.  Remember Crime Stoppers only wants your information, not your name.

This week Crime Stoppers is seeking information to assist the Springfield Police Department reference a retail theft that occurred on September 1^st around 5:49 p.m. at Game Stop located at 2506 N Dirksen Parkway. The suspect, a male wearing a blue shirt, and brownish camouflage hat, entered the store. Once inside, the suspect took multiple items totaling almost $300. The suspect left in an unknown direction and was estimated to be 5’11, slim build and a thin mustache. Photos of the suspect 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. 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 wants to make you aware of three upcoming fundraisers. Our first fundraiser will be taking place at The Office Bar and Grill on September 7^th from 5-7pm for the first night of NFL football. Our second event will be the Rt. 66 Car show in downtown Springfield September 22-24 as we were selected as the charity of choice. The third fundraiser will be our 8^th annual Rhythm & Brews on October 2^nd at Hand of Fate Brewing Company in Petersburg. Crime Stoppers is a nonprofit organization and we rely on donations from our generous community so we can pay out rewards to the tipsters who help law enforcement solve crimes. Additional information and event details will be available on this website, cashfortips.us. We are extremely grateful for everyone who has supported us since our organization started in 1983 and we look forward to seeing you at future events!