New Jersey’s CrimeStoppers hotlines have made thousands of arrests over the past two decades. But officials say many of the people who have turned in thieves, rapists and killers have truly been good Samaritans and turned down the reward money. In Morris County alone, around 90 percent of the rewards, which are up to $1,000 each, go unclaimed.

“The majority of people don’t want the money,” said Morris CrimeStoppers Chairman John Sette. “They want the bad guys off the street.”

Private donations and sponsorships make up the primary funding for CrimeStoppers. The foundation also works closely with the public to raise awareness about CrimeStoppers and collects donations to support the fund.

“Without CrimeStoppers we wouldn’t solve as many crimes as we do,” said Morris County Sheriff Ed Rochford.

A big round of applause to those who turn in the bad guys just to do the right thing and help protect the community. And if you can donate to help keep Crimestoppers going, please do.

You can find the Morris County Crimestopper site here.
If you have any information relating to crimes, criminals or criminal activity, please contact them at:
(973) COP-CALL
(973) 267-2255
1-800-SHERIFF

For other information contact:
Sergeant Moire Reilly
Phone: (973) 285-6675
E-mail: info@MorrisCrimeStoppers.org

A big thank you to NJ.com/The Star-Ledger for covering this story first.

Morris County, you rock! Let’s keep on keeping New Jersey safer!