Regina Crime Stoppers (RCS) experienced a slight decrease in tips received last year, but the total value of property, drugs and cash seized or recovered is nothing short of impressive. These, and other, indicators show that this volunteer-led organization continues to enjoy strong partnerships and has a significant impact in supporting public safely. The success of the program is directly linked to the commitment of the Board of Directors and the support of the Regina Police Service, the City of Regina, corporate sponsors, and the residents of our city.
| RCS Statistics | 2022 | 2021 | Since 1984 |
| Tips Received | 715 | 888 | 25,405 |
| Arrests Made | 24 | 52 | 2,311 |
| Cases Cleared | 35 | 108 | 4,172 |
| Charges Laid | 44 | 154 | 1,930 |
| Rewards Approved | $8,275 | $8,345 | $287,161 |
| Property Recovered | $617,200 | $96,660 | $5,030,923 |
| Drugs Seized | $66,700 | $5,400 | $7,031,398 |
| Property and Drugs Recovered | $686,400 | $173,060 | $12,199,474 |
In comparison to the 2021 statistics, last year saw fewer tips, arrests and cases cleared, but the result of these tips and concluded cases saw almost four times the total amount – $686,400 – of property, drugs and cash recovered, compared to the previous year.
The 31 rewards approved in 2022 amounted to $8,275, just slightly lower than the approved total rewards in 2021. Of note, only eleven of the 31 rewards have been claimed to date, leaving more than half of the approved rewards unclaimed. Regina Crime Stoppers is asking that tipsters follow up with Crime Stoppers to see if they are eligible for a reward. Tipsters may call the 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) line, or they can check the status of their tip online at P3TIPS.com.
Since its inception in 1984, almost $12.2 million in stolen property and drugs have been recovered with the help of Regina Crime Stoppers.
Regina Crime Stoppers provides a safe and anonymous way to provide information on criminal activity or missing people. Members of the public can call 1-800-222-TIPS (8477), download our free P3 app in the Apple or Android store, or visit our site at www.reginacrimestoppers.ca.
In addition to its tips reporting service, Board volunteers plan and deliver outreach programming, which is aimed at students and new Canadians, as well as the general public. Fund-raising activities include the highly-successful Annual Crime Stoppers Golf Tournament. The public can also help this vital program through donations to Regina Crime Stoppers at www.reginacrimestoppers.ca/donate or through the CanadaHelps.org platform. Charitable tax receipts are available.
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