Crimline phone number: 1-800-423-TIPS (8477)
Crimeline is a non-profit organization that provides a way for citizens to anonymously report information about crimes or wanted persons to law enforcement. In Central Florida, Crimeline operates an online Warrant System that allows the public to search for active warrants in the area. Citizens must not attempt to apprehend any wanted person identified on the website as they may be armed and dangerous. Instead, those with pertinent information should call their local law enforcement department or Crimeline.
If you have information about the location of any wanted person listed on the website, you can contact Crimeline through their website or by calling 1-800-423-TIPS (8477). You may be entitled for a reward of up to $1,000 for information leading to a felony arrest. Your identity will be protected and you don’t have to give your name. You can learn more about Crimeline and its services by visiting their website here.
Is the phone number still alive?
Yes, the phone number for Crimeline is still active. You may leave an anonymous tip by calling Crimeline at 800-423-TIPS (8477) or by filling out a simple form on their website here. Your identification will be safeguarded, and you’ll never be required to reveal it. If your information contributes to a felony arrest, you can be eligible for a reward of up to $1000.
If you have information on an ongoing crime or the location of a wanted person, please call the Crimeline phone to connect with a live operator. You will retain total anonymity and will be entitled to a reward.
How can I check the status of my tip?
Please check the status of your tip by calling in Tuesday – Friday 10:00 am – 4:00 pm, and provide your confidential tip code number. Updates are available through our website if you provide your tip via the web.
What is the reward for reporting a crime?
Crimeline provides bounties of up to $1,000 as a reward for information that facilitates a felony arrest. The decision regarding the reward’s amount is in the hands of the Crimeline Board of Directors, factoring in the severity of the offense and the relevance of the information provided. All tips are fully anonymous, ensuring you won’t need to disclose your identity or appear in court. If your valuable tip culminates in a felony arrest, you’ll be issued a unique code and given guidance on how to claim your reward. Please visit their website for a more comprehensive understanding of Crimeline’s reward scheme.
What should you do if you witness a crime?
Your identity will always remain entirely anonymous while you remain eligible for a reward. If you are in the immediate presence of a crime unfolding, your first call should be to 911. For reporting wanted individuals, please provide the following information: the suspect’s name (both first and last), their racial background (Black, White, Asian, Hispanic, etc.), their birth date or estimated age, and their location (where does the suspect reside or are employed?)
Arrests made with the help of Crimeline in Florida
there have been arrests made with the help of Crimeline in Florida. For example, in May 2018, a single Crimeline tip led to the arrest of a man suspected of a deadly hit-and-run in Osceola County. In another case, a tip submitted through the Central Florida Crimeline led to an arrest and confiscation of drugs and money in east Orlando in May 2022. These are just a few examples of how Crimeline has helped law enforcement agencies solve crimes and make arrests. Crimeline operates around the clock, every single day of the year, ready to receive anonymous tips for any criminal conduct.
