Crime Stoppers is seeking the public's help in solving Olympics-related crimes.
The organization is asking locals to report information on crimes that may negatively impact the Olympic and Paralympic Games over the next two months.
"We are asking the help from the Canadian public in reporting criminal information deemed relevant to the smooth and safe running of the Vancouver Olympic and Paralympic Games," stated the Canadian Crime Stoppers association chair Mr. Ralph Page in a press release.
Criminal information received will be relayed to Canadian Crime Stoppers, to complement the security effort for the Games, stated the release.
Crime Stoppers International is an umbrella organization operated by a volunteer board of directors from Crime Stoppers programs worldwide to establish guidelines to assure consistency. There are over 1,200 Crime Stoppers programs operating throughout Canada, the United States, Europe, South Africa, the United Kingdom, Central America, Mexico and many Caribbean and Pacific nations.
"Crime Stoppers International is a global partner in the fight against crime and terrorism. With our world-wide grass roots intelligence base, we are at the forefront with anonymous information that assists law enforcement across the globe," said Gary Murphy, president of Crime Stoppers International.
To report any criminal activity that could potentially impact the Vancouver 2010 Olympic Games, call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or text a message using Keyword "BCTIP" to 274637 (CRIMES). You can also report a tip through the website: www.solvecrime.ca.
