Crime Stoppers Queensland celebrated a significant milestone on August 20—35 years of dedicated service to the community.
This anniversary coincides with the annual Crime Stoppers Day, recognising the tireless efforts of the organisation’s volunteers and the vital role of anonymous crime reporting in keeping Queensland safe.
Since its inception, Crime Stoppers Queensland has been instrumental in fostering community safety through its anonymous reporting system.
Over the past 35 years, the charity has received more than 1.3 million anonymous tips, leading to 120,529 criminal charges, the recovery of $665,230,500 worth of illegal drugs, and over 42,470 arrests.
These achievements underscore the critical impact of anonymous reporting on disrupting criminal activity and enhancing public safety.
David Hansen, CEO of Crime Stoppers Queensland, expressed pride in the organisation’s accomplishments.
“Every day Queenslanders help solve and prevent crimes by anonymously sharing what they know with us,” he said.
“We are honoured by the trust Crime Stoppers Queensland has received in the region and the impact this has on keeping our communities safe.”
He also acknowledged the 350 dedicated volunteers and 22 area committees, one of which is based in Ipswich, who play a crucial role in community engagement and safety.
The anniversary celebration, held at Brisbane Parliament House, featured addresses from Hansen and Minister for Police and Community Safety Mark Ryan MP. Ryan praised the organisation’s enduring impact.
“For 35 years, more than 1 million of us have entrusted sensitive information to Crime Stoppers Queensland and helped disrupt significant amounts of crime,” he said.
“I look forward to watching the impact Crime Stoppers will have over the next 35 years.”
Crime Stoppers Queensland continues to collaborate with key partners including the Queensland State Government, Queensland Police, and local councils to ensure ongoing community safety.
