Crime Stoppers International is an independent not-for-profit organisation.
Our mission is 'to mobilise the world to anonymously share information about crime’ with the goal of reducing the impact of crime on our societies.
Our certified Crime Stoppers programs form a global network, educating communities about crime and providing ways for citizens to anonymously share information about suspected criminal or illegal activity.
We work closely with law enforcement and multinational organizations committed to fighting crime. We have helped our partners with projects including whistleblowing reporting, security and integrity advice, building public awareness and training. We are always looking for new ways to help reduce crime or illegal activity, so reach out for a discussion if you’re unsure!
It all began in July 1976 with a fatal shooting at a filling station in Albuquerque, New Mexico in the USA. The police had no leads and the investigating detective had to find a way to solve the case. Somebody would have more information, but how could he reach out to him or her?
The detective contacted a local television station for a reconstruction and provided a special telephone number people could call without mentioning their name. Within 72 hours a person called and identified the car leaving the scene at the time of the killing. This person said he had good reason not to be involved in the case.
With this experience in mind and with the help of the public, media and law enforcement, the detective started a movement that has evolved into an extensive network of accredited Crime Stoppers organisations around the world affiliated with Crime Stoppers International.
Crime Stoppers International is governed by a Board that represents great breadth and depth of skills, experience and expertise. Directors of the Board are nominated representatives and volunteers. The activities of Crime Stoppers International are run by our executive team, led by our CEO.