It's from the same company that handles Crime Stoppers' anonymous email tip service. The text messages, likewise, are anonymous, though authorities can write a tipster back to see if they have any more information. Sgt. Craig Sarver said they're trying to reach younger people, who might be more comfortable using a cellphone to contact authorities.
For more information on HOW to text message Crime Stoppers, click here.
The text-messaging and email service cost Crime Stoppers about $1,000 annually. (It's been about a year since Crime Stoppers started using anonymous email. They say they've gotten 300 emails and, as a result, made seven arrests.)
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