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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

Pervert Alert: James DAW Arrested

A 72-year-old is facing charges following a child luring investigation.

On Tuesday, April 8, 2025, members from the DRPS Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE) concluded an investigation concerning an adult male communicating with whom he believed was a 13-year-old girl. The male sent sexually explicit messages and images to the girl, asking her to send him photos.

A Criminal Code search warrant was executed at two residences in Hamilton and the suspect was taken into custody without incident.

The suspect communicated with the username: “JuniorJohnson”. 

Police are concerned there may be other victims and are requesting anyone with information to come forward.

A photo of the suspect is attached and can be viewed at www.drps.ca

James DAW, age 72, of Hamilton is charged with: Luring a Person Under 16 to Facilitate the Offence of Sexual Assault; Luring a Person Under 16 to Facilitate the Offence of sexual Interference; Luring a Person Under 16 to Facilitate the Offence of Exposure; Luring a Person Under 18 to Facilitate the Offence of Making Child Pornography and Make Sexually Explicit Material Available to a Person Under 18 for the Purpose of Making Child Pornography.

He was held for a bail hearing.

Anyone with information about this or similar incidents is asked to contact D/Cst. Tyrell of the Internet Child Exploitation Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5544.

For more information on our ICE unit and resources that are available please visit our website at https://www.drps.ca/community-safety-and-support/crime-prevention/internet-safety-and-child-exploitation/

The Durham Regional Police would like to acknowledge the assistance of the Canadian National and Ontario Provincial Strategies to Protect Children from Sexual Abuse and Exploitation on the Internet. This project has been made possible by a grant from the Ministry of the Solicitor General.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.

The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation.  These allegations have yet to be proven in court.

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OPP Petawawa Police Press Releases

Pervert Alert – Jim CORDEIRO Was Arrested Again

(PETAWAWA, ON) – The Upper Ottawa Valley (UOV) Detachment of the Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) have charged a Petawawa resident after an investigation into an indecent act incident in Petawawa.   

On the afternoon of March 31, 2025, police received several reports that an individual was disrobing, exposed themselves and running in traffic on Petawawa Boulevard. Police attended and located the individual at a nearby residence and took them into custody. Investigation also found that a court ordered ankle monitor had been damaged.

As a result of the investigation, 42-year-old Jim CORDEIRO of Petawawa has been charged with the following Criminal Code (CC) offences:

·        Indecent act – public place

·        Mischief over $5000

·        Failure to comply with release order

The accused was held for a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear in the Ontario Court of Justice located in Pembroke on April 1, 2025. 

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

Child Sexually Assaulted – Christopher SISSON Arrested #PervertAlert

(TOWN OF WASAGA BEACH, ON) – The Major Crime Unit of the Huronia West OPP is notifying the public of an arrest made in Sexual Assault investigations stemming from multiple incidents.

It is alleged that:

  • In March 2025, the accused established contact with a young person, posing as “Justin, 15yrs.”, using Snapchat, a popular online social media application, for the purposes of committing a criminal offence.

It is further alleged that:

  • In the Fall of 2024, while in the area of Wasaga’s Beach Area #1, the accused sexually assaulted a young person.

On Friday, March 14, 2025, Christopher SISSON, 23-year-old of Wasaga Beach, was arrested and charged with:

  1. One count of Luring a Child
  2. One count of Sexual Assault
  3. One count of Sexual Interference

He is scheduled to appear in court at the Ontario Court of Justice, Collingwood, on April 8, 2025. Investigators are concerned there may be more victims. An image has been released.

Any person with information regarding the person (or his online activities), associated to this investigation, should immediately contact the Ontario Provincial Police at 1-888-310-1122 or their nearest police authority.

Should you wish to remain anonymous, you may call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 (TIPS) or submit information online at www.tipsubmit.com (Edit link as required based on your local policies.) where you may be eligible to receive a cash reward of up to $2000.

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Police Press Releases York Regional Police

“Man” Plays With Genitals In Shopping Mall #PervertAlert


Investigators with the York Regional Police #4 Criminal Investigations Bureau have charged a 50-year-old man and are appealing for more victims to come forward following an investigation in the City of Vaughan.

On February 23, 2025, the victim reported that an indecent act occurred at a store in a shopping mall in the area of Jane Street and Rutherford Road the day prior. At approximately 2 p.m., on February 22, 2025, the victim was in a store with their child when a male, unknown to them, exposed himself and touched his genitals.

Through investigation, the male was identified and charged on March 2, 2025.

Investigators are releasing an image of the suspect as they believe there are more victims and encourage them to come forward.

Charged:

  • Dale FORDER, 50, of the City of Toronto

Charges:

  • Indecent Exposure to Person Under 16 Years of Age
  • Indecent Act

A sexual assault includes any non-consensual contact of a sexual nature. York Regional Police would like to encourage anyone who feels they may have been a victim of a sexual assault to come forward and report the incident to police. There is no statute of limitations for sexual offences and offenders can be prosecuted well after the date of the offence.

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Niagra Police Service Police Press Releases

Children Sexually Exploited: Tayjhon Aquon WILLIAMS HAMILTON Arrested

In February 2022, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Detectives assigned to the Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit commenced an investigation into the sexual exploitation of children over a social media platform. 

On February 20, 2025, Detectives from Niagara Regional Police Service Internet Child Exploitation Unit and Technological Crime Unit executed a search warrant at a private residence in Thorold and seized numerous digital devices capable of storing electronic data.  Tayjhon Aquon WILLIAMS HAMILTON (24 years) was arrested and is now facing the following charges:

  • Possession of Child Pornography x 3
  • Accessing Child Pornography x 2
  • Making Child Pornography Available x 2

Tayjhon Aquon WILLIAMS HAMILTON was held in custody after his arrest and is set to appear for a bail hearing on February 21, 2025, at the Robert S.K. Welch Courthouse, located at 59 Church Street, in the City of St. Catharines.

Online platforms that allow like-minded users to engage with minors, create, share, and store Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) are prevalent on the Internet.  Offenders who attempt to lure children behind anonymous accounts on different platforms can be identified and will be held accountable for their actions.

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Peel Regional Police Police Press Releases

Child Sexually Assaulted: Sundeep Vilkhu Arrested #PervertAlert

Peel Regional Police
Peel Regional Police

Region of Peel – Investigators from the Special Victims Unit (SVU) have charged a Brampton man following a sexual assault investigation.

In January 2025, SVU detectives began an investigation following criminal allegations from a concerned parent. It is alleged that the suspect, working as a teaching assistant sexually assaulted a child within the school. This incident allegedly occurred in the 2017-2018 academic year at a public school in the area of Main Street and Queen Street in the City of Brampton. 

On Thursday, Feb. 6, 35-year-old Sundeep Vilkhu was charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

  • Sexual Assault
  • Sexual Interference
  • Invitation to Sexual Touching

He was released with conditions and is scheduled to appear at the Ontario Court of Justice in Brampton at a later date. 

The accused is no longer employed by the school board.

Investigators are concerned that there may be additional victims and are appealing for them or anyone with information to come forward.

Anyone with any information is urged to contact investigators at the Special Victims Unit at 905-453-2121, extension 3460.

Anonymous information may also be submitted by calling Peel Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or visiting www.peelcrimestoppers.ca.

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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

Pervert Alert: Christopher JACKSON Arrested For Child Porn Etc.

Additional charges have been laid in a child pornography investigation where three new victims have been identified.

On Wednesday, July 31, 2024, members of the Internet Child Exploitation Unit (ICE), executed a search warrant at the residence of a male believed to be making and sharing child pornography, using the Telegram app with user names: ‘C Ja’ and “Nomey6969’.  The suspect was arrested and charged with failing to comply with the SOIRA and Christopher’s Law.  Several electronic devices were seized from the residence.

Subsequent analysis of the suspect’s electronic devices revealed a multitude of child pornographic content, including plans to travel and commit sexual acts on underage persons.

The suspect was arrested on August 30, 2024 and further charged with a number of offences.  He was held in custody.

Further investigation led to the identification of a victim in Durham Region. With the assistance of the RCMP/NCECC and the Philippines National Police, two additional victims were identified in the Philippines.

The suspect has remained in custody since August 30, 2024, and is now facing eight additional charges.

Christopher JACKSON, age 30, of Clarington is facing additional charges of: Sexual Assault; Sexual Interference; Make Child Pornography x2; Voyeurism x2; Non-Consensual Distribution of Intimate Image and Agree/Arrange – Sexual Offence Against a Child under 18.

Police are concerned there may be other victims and are requesting anyone with information to come forward. A photo of the suspect is attached and can be viewed at www.drps.ca

For more information on our ICE unit and resources that are available please visit our website at https://www.drps.ca/community-safety-and-support/crime-prevention/internet-safety-and-child-exploitation/

Anyone with information about this or similar incidents is asked to contact D/Cst. Mayhew of the Internet Child Exploitation Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5502.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.

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Niagra Police Service Police Press Releases

Jordan R. GAUTHIER – Child Porn

Niagra Regional Police

In January 2025, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Detectives assigned to the Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit commenced a joint investigation with the Brantford Police Service into the sexual exploitation of children over a social media platform. 

On February 15, 2025, Detectives from Niagara Regional Police Service Internet Child Exploitation Unit and Technological Crime Unit executed a search warrant at a private residence in Welland and seized numerous digital devices capable of storing electronic data.  Jordan R. GAUTHIER (41 years) was arrested and is now facing the following charges:

• Possession of Child Pornography x 2

• Accessing Child Pornography

• Making Child Pornography Available

Jordan R. GAUTHIER was held in custody after his arrest and is set to appear for a bail hearing on February 16, 2025, at the Robert S.K. Welch Courthouse, located at 59 Church Street, in the City of St. Catharines.

Online platforms that allow like-minded users to engage with minors, create, share, and store Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) are prevalent on the Internet.  Offenders who attempt to lure children behind anonymous accounts on different platforms can be identified and will be held accountable for their actions.

For more information on how parents and guardians can keep children safe online CLICK HERE

The Niagara Regional Police Service is a member of the Provincial Strategy to Protect Children from Sexual Abuse and Exploitation on the Internet and conducts investigations into Internet Child Exploitation Offences in partnership with Ontario Police Services and International Partners. This investigative initiative has been made possible by a grant from the Ministry of the Solicitor General.

Members of the public who wish to provide information anonymously are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-8477. Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards to persons who contact the program with information that leads to an arrest.

Incident #25-12381

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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

Pervert Alert – Hammad ABOWATH Arrsted – Details Released

Police are concerned there may be more victims after a 21-year-old male was arrested and charged with committing sexual offences against a minor.

On Friday, February 7, 2025, members of the Durham Regional Police Service’s Human Trafficking Unit (HTU) began an investigation after it was learned a 14-year-old girl was being groomed for human trafficking.  The victim had been contacted, unsolicited, by a male on Snapchat who claimed he was 18 years old and went by the name “Ace.” The victim informed him that she was 14-years-old but the male continued to engage with her.  During this time the accused and victim met up on several occasions.

On Wednesday, February 12, 2025, a Criminal Code search warrant was executed at the male’s residence on Brimley Road in Scarborough. With the assistance of uniformed members, HTU investigators executed the warrant, and a male was arrested without incident.

Hammad ABOWATH, age 21 of Toronto, is charged with Sexual Interference with a person under 16 years of age and Invitation to Sexual Touching Under 16 years of age.

He was held for a bail hearing.

A support network for survivors of human trafficking has been established in the Region of Durham.  These services can be accessed via www.stopht.com.

Victim Services of Durham Region is available for anyone who needs free, confidential support without judgement. Visit their website at www.victimservicesdurham.ca.

Anyone who has been victimized by the accused or has any information about this or similar incidents is asked to contact the Human Trafficking Unit at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 5600.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at www.durhamregionalcrimestoppers.ca and tipsters may be eligible for a cash reward.

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OPP Police Press Releases Wasaga Beach

Pervet Alert – Brayden STURGESS Arrested – Details Released

(WASAGA BEACH, ON) – The Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Child Sexual Exploitation Unit (CSEU), with the assistance of the Huronia West OPP and OPP Digital Forensics, has arrested and charged a Wasaga Beach resident following a child sexual exploitation investigation.

As a result of the investigation, a search warrant was executed at a residence, and several electronic devices were seized.

Brayden STURGESS, 24 years of age from Wasaga Beach, was arrested and charged with the following Criminal Code offences:

• Possession of child pornography, section 163.1(4) – two counts

• Make child pornography available, section 163.1(3)

The accused remains in custody pending a bail hearing and is scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Barrie on February 13, 2025.

“Children deserve to grow up safe and free from harm. Each time an image or video of child sexual abuse is shared, it can deepen the trauma for that child. The OPP remains committed to identifying and prosecuting those who exploit children online.”

– Detective Staff Sergeant Chris Barkey, OPP CSEU

The OPP will continue to aggressively identify and pursue individuals who use technology to exploit children. Parents are reminded to take a proactive approach to help protect their children from online sexual exploitation by speaking with their children about internet safety. Parents can find resources to assist them at cybertip.ca or protectchildren.ca.

If you have information regarding online child exploitation and wish to provide information anonymously, contact Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or ontariocrimestoppers.ca. Information may also be reported through cybertip.ca.

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Elliot Lake OPP Police Press Releases

Pervert Alert – Ronald NYITRAI Arrested

(ELLIOT LAKE, ON) – Police arrested a cab driver in Elliot Lake for multiple sex offences.

On February 10, 2025, at approximately 5:00 a.m. the East Algoma Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) arrested a person in relation to an on-going sexual assault investigation in Elliot Lake.

On February 7, 2025, a family member reported that a 14-year-old girl had not returned home from school when she was supposed to. Police learned that the girl was picked up from school by a man driving a grey pickup truck. She later returned home and was spoken to by police. The girl knew the man as he worked for a local cab company and used to drive her to a Blind River school in the past. After investigation, police determined numerous sex offences occurred on multiple occasions between November 2024 and February 9, 2025.      

Ronald NYITRAI, 58-years-old, from Elliot Lake, was charged with:

  • Sexual Assault on a person under 16 years of age
  • Invitation to sexual touching under 16 years of age
  • Sexual Interference

The accused appeared before the Ontario Court of Justice Bail Court in Blind River on February 10, 2025. He was released from custody and scheduled to appear before the Ontario Court of Justice in Elliot Lake on March 13, 2025.

Police are requesting anyone who may have additional information or believes that they were a victim of similar circumstance to contact East Algoma OPP at 1-888-310-1122 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or submit information online at: www.sudburycrimestoppers.com 

Victims of sexual assault are not alone. If you need support or know someone that does, there are local resources here to help. You can visit the Victim Services of Algoma website at http://www.victimservicesalgoma.ca for assistance. A toll-free call can also be placed to 1-888-822-7792 where your information will remain anonymous and confidential. If you are in an immediate crisis, dial 9-1-1.  

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OPP Police Press Releases Sault Ste Marie

Pervert Alert – Franco PILEGGI Arrested – Details Released

(SAULT STE. MARIE, ON) – On January 31, 2025, at approximately 1:36 p.m., the Sault Ste. Marie and Superior East Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Crime Units made an arrest following an extensive investigation into online child sexual exploitation. The arrest is also in relation to a search warrant police executed at a Rossmore Road residence in Sault Ste. Marie in December 2024. 

The investigation began when police received a complaint alleging the accused was having inappropriate online relationships with two individuals, one aged 12 years old and one aged 13 years old. 

As a result of the investigation, Franco PILEGGI, 42 years-of-age, of Sault Ste. Marie was arrested and charged with:

  • Luring a person under 16 years old by means of telecommunication – eight counts
  • Make sexually explicit material available to a person under 16 years old – eight counts
  • Invitation to sexual touching under 16 years old – two counts
  • Extortion – two counts
  • Access child pornography – two counts
  • Possess child pornography

The accused was held for a bail hearing, and subsequently remanded into custody.

The Sault Ste. Marie and Superior East OPP Crime Units were assisted in this investigation by the Sault Ste. Marie Police Service Technological Crime Unit, the OPP North East Region Emergency Response Team and the OPP Child Sexual Exploitation Unit.

The OPP encourages parents and caregivers to speak to children about online safety and to monitor their online activity. Child predators use online chat rooms and social media applications to gain access to children, as these platforms are used by millions of children every day.

If you believe a child is in danger, always call 9-1-1. If you have information related to child sexual exploitation, contact your local police. If that is the OPP, please call the 24hr non-emergency number at 1-888-310-1122.

Visit the Canadian Centre for Child Protection at www.protectchildren.ca for more information and resources.

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Police Press Releases Thunder Bay Police Service

Pervert Alert – 12 Arrested – Names Released

An extensive investigation into the non-consensual sharing of intimate content has resulted in 12 people being arrested and facing a total of 172 charges.

The Thunder Bay Police Service Cyber Crime Unit began investigating in 2023 after learning that multiple women in Thunder Bay had been having their images shared through groups in an online chat platform.

As a result of the investigation, a total of 117 victims have been identified, which also includes victims in at least three other countries and across Canada.

Investigators obtained 26 production orders, 18 search warrants, and 15 general warrants. The investigation has resulted in nearly 600 exhibits being seized.

The accused individuals turned themselves in to police on Wednesday, February 5.

Charged are the following:

Joshua WANAKAMIK, 34:
• Distribution Intimate Images Without Consent x90
• Mischief
• Unauthorized Use of a Computer x2
• Identity Fraud x2
• Accessing Child Pornography
• Possession Child Pornography
• Distributing Child Pornography

Darryl RENAUD, 38:
• Distribution Intimate Images Without Consent x4
• Luring
• Extortion
• Accessing Child Pornography
• Possession of Child Pornography
• Distributing Child Pornography

Aaron STOLZ, 37:
• Distribution of Intimate Images Without Consent x20
• Accessing Child Pornography
• Possession of Child Pornography
• Distribution of Child Pornography

Jonathon PRIESTON, 32:
• Distribution of Intimate Images Without Consent x11

Lindsey HUNT, 38:
• Distribution of Intimate Images Without Consent x8
• Accessing Child Pornography
• Possession of Child Pornography
• Distribution of Child Pornography

Tyler BLOUIN, 28:
• Distribution of Intimate Images Without Consent x6
• Accessing Child Pornography
• Possession of Child Pornography
• Distribution of Child Pornography

Ryan MADORE, 38:
• Distribution of Intimate Images Without Consent x3
• Possession of Child Pornography

James EDGSON, 36:
• Distribution of Intimate Images Without Consent
• Possession of Child Pornography

Sheldon PRICE, 30:
• Distribution of Intimate Images Without Consent x3

BRADLEY COMUZZI, 37; Ian WARREN, 37; Jordi LEBLANC, 31:
• Distribution of Intimate Images Without Consent

The accused individuals appeared in court on Wednesday and have future appearance dates.

Anyone with information that could assist investigators is asked to please contact Detective Constable Joel Manherz at (807) 684-1200 ext. 4115. Tips can be submitted anonymously through Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, online at www.p3tips.com.

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Durham Regional Police Police Press Releases

Pervert Alert – 35 Year Old Arrested After Exposing Self – Name Released

A male has been arrested after committing an indecent act at Lakeview Park in Oshawa.

On Friday, January 31, 2025, at approximately 4:30 p.m., members of Central East Division responded to a sex offence call in the area of Lakeview Park Avenue and Simcoe Street South.  Passersby observed a male committing an indecent and exposing himself to vehicles as they drove by. Police arrived on scene and arrested the male without incident.

Police are concerned there may be other victims.

The suspect is described as male, White, 35 years with a slim build. He was wearing an orange and yellow construction jacket, a black hooded sweater and black pants. 

Corey Robert SZYDLOWSKI-INGRAM, age 35 from Oshawa is charged with: Commit Indecent Act in Public Place.

He was released on an Undertaking.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to contact D/Cst. Lisi of the Central East Division Criminal Investigations Branch at 1-888-579-1520 ext. 2769.

Anonymous information can be sent to Durham Regional Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) or online at and tipsters may be eligible for a $2,000 cash reward.

The information in this media release contains facts and circumstances that have been obtained from a police investigation.  These allegations have yet to be proven in court. 

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Niagra Police Service Police Press Releases

34 Year Old Arrested For Child Porn – Name Released

Niagra Regional Police

In February 2024, Niagara Regional Police Service (NRPS) Detectives assigned to the Internet Child Exploitation (ICE) Unit began investigation into Child Pornography offences committed over Instagram. 

On January 30, 2025, ICE Unit detectives along with the Technological Crimes Unit detectives executed a search warrant at a residence in the City of St Catharines.  As a result of theinvestigation, several digital devices suspected to have been used in the commission of the offences were seized and William Genaro ARGUETA (34-years) of St Catharines was arrested and is now facing the following Criminal Code charges:

• Possession of Child Pornography X2

• Accessing Child Pornography

• Making Child Pornography Available

ARGUETA was held in custody after his arrest and is set to appear for a bail hearing on January 31, 2025, at the Robert S.K. Welch Courthouse located at 59 Church Street, in the City of St Catharines.

Detectives believe that ARGUETA went online using variations of the username “random b0y” such as, “random.b0y”, “randomxb0y04”.

Online platforms that allow like-minded users to engage with minors, create, share, and store Child Sexual Abuse Material (CSAM) are prevalent on the Internet. Offenders who attempt to lure children behind anonymous accounts on different platforms can be identified and will be held accountable for their actions.

For more information on how parents and guardians can keep children safe online CLICK HERE

The Niagara Regional Police Service is a member of the Provincial Strategy to Protect Children from Sexual Abuse and Exploitation on the Internet and conducts investigations into Internet Child Exploitation Offences in partnership with Ontario Police Services and International Partners. This investigative initiative has been made possible by a grant from the Ministry of the Solicitor General.

Members of the public who wish to provide information anonymously are encouraged to contact Crime Stoppers of Niagara online or by calling 1-800-222-8477. Crime Stoppers offers cash rewards to persons who contact the program with information that leads to an arrest.

Incident #24-17889