Crime Stopper of Garfield
County is a non-profit, community-based program whose
primary purpose is to collect anonymous tips to help
solve crimes. The organization uses funds received
through contributions from the community to pay for:
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Telephone lines for the collection of information
through anonymous tips which help the law
enforcement community to arrest and file criminal
charges against those responsible for committing
those crimes.
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Rewards for information leading to the arrest and
filing of charges against persons committing crimes.
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Scholarships given to local school districts for
qualifying students interested in the field of law
enforcement. (when funding is available)
The program works through the
coordinated efforts of:
Citizens and businesses who volunteer
their time and expertise in an effort to positively
impact our communities.
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Law
enforcement agencies and individuals who provide
necessary information and follow-through.
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Media
sources who publicize the "Crime of the Week" and
Crime Stoppers efforts throughout the County.
A proven, effective program
Crime Stoppers programs are one of the
most successful and cost effective crime fighting tools
available in the law enforcement arsenal. For every one
tip, 100 hours of investigator's time is saved, thus
allowing crimes to be solved more quickly. That is
critical during these budget tightening times.
How can I help?
Make a difference in your community by
lending your support to this proven, effective program
by phoning in tips.
Donations: Garfield County Crime Stoppers is a
non-profit organization funded by your tax deductible
contributions.
Contributions may
be sent to:
Garfield County
Crime Stoppers
P. O. BOX 2784
Glenwood Springs Colorado 81602
Why Do We Need Crime Stoppers?
Crime Stoppers is based on the principal that "Someone
other than the criminal has information that can solve a
crime" and was created to combat the three major
problems faced by law enforcement in generating that
information:
- Fear of REPRISAL
- An attitude of APATHY
- Reluctance to get INVOLVED
Three Essential Elements That Make Up
a Crime Stoppers Program
Crime Stoppers is a partnership between the Community,
the Media and Law Enforcement.
Community
Citizens are responsible for forming a Crime Stoppers
non-profit corporation, whose directors establish
policy, determine amount and method of reward payments,
work closely with law enforcement and the media and
generally oversee the program. The directors are also
responsible for fund raising, and all volunteer service.
The program is supported by the public through tax
deductible donations from businesses, corporations,
individuals, and service organizations.
Media
Crime Stoppers is publicized on a regular basis by all
media outlets including print, broadcast and web-based
partners. Special attention is given to unsolved crime
re-enactments, “Crimes of the Week”, cold cases,
narcotics activity, wanted fugitives, and suspected
terrorist and gang activity.
Law Enforcement
Local law enforcement agencies receive and process the
anonymous tips received through Crime Stoppers, and
solve the crimes. If the information leads to an arrest,
the caller will be paid up to $1,000.00 for their
information.
The Crime Stoppers Volunteer Board
of Directors include: |
