Pubdate: Tue, 30 Nov 2004 Source: Alliston Herald (CN ON) Copyright: 2004 Metroland Printing, Publishing and Distributing Contact: http://www.simcoe.com/sc/alliston/ Details: http://www.mapinc.org/media/2224 CRIME STOPPERS CALLS LEAD TO ALMOST $500,000 IN DRUGS Seized drugs continued to be the number one item recovered through calls to Crime Stoppers of Simcoe-Dufferin-Muskoka during the month of October. The agency received 201 tips which resulted in 15 arrests and the recovery of $6,925 of stolen property. However, drugs with an estimated value of $495,910, were uncovered by police. With the public's assistance, 14 cases, including arson, mischief, narcotic and other Criminal Code offences, resulting in 50 charges being laid, were handled. Callers to Crime Stoppers never have to identify themselves. If tips lead to convictions, a cash reward may be awarded. Anyone with information concerning a crime is encouraged to call 1-800-222-8477. - --- MAP posted-by: Terry Liittschwager