Calls are received at the local Crime Stoppers tips line phone. This phone is a stand alone instrument which does not provide caller ID, and conversations are not recorded. The Crime Stoppers Coordinator receiving the information completes the tips information form, makes initial inquiries and then passes the information to the investigating officer. Calls are accepted regarding any publicized request for information, such as "Crime of the Week" or such other crime(s) the caller has knowledge of.

By guaranteeing a caller`s anonymity Crime Stoppers allows the caller to give information in a positive atmosphere without the prospect of retribution. By offering cash rewards for information leading to indictment or arrests, the program encourages otherwise reluctant callers to provide information.

To update a current Crime Stoppers tip, please call the Crime Stoppers anonymous tipline at 1-800-873-8477(TIPS).  To check on the status of a current Crime Stoppers tip, please call the Administrative Office at (813)318-5604 Monday - Friday during normal business hours.  For all other inquiries, please contact the Program Coordinator at (813)318-5604 or via email at LHaber@hcso.tampa.fl.us. (Please do not submit a crime tip to this email address as all emails received at this address are public record. You can submit an anonymous tip on-line by clicking on the "Submit a Tip" button on the home page.) The mailing address for Crime Stoppers of Tampa Bay is P.O. Box 5766 Tampa, FL  33675.