Crimestoppers making a difference – real life case studies

Our real-life anonymised stories illustrate how our charity connects with communities across the UK to make a big difference.

Fatal knife attack suspects arrested
 
A young man was robbed at knifepoint and ultimately stabbed to death. Two men were arrested and charged with murder after key information was passed to Crimestoppers. The attack was targeted and planned.
 
Drug delivery drone intercepted
 
Crimestoppers received a call late at night alleging that a drone had been used to drop Class A drugs inside the perimeter of a local prison. After investigations by staff, large packages of heroin were found, along with items that could be used as weapons. Later, a review of CCTV confirmed the use of a drone for delivery.
 
Sex slavery stopped
 
Several addresses operating as illegal brothels for many years under the guise of massage shops were identified from information given to our charity. The workers were victims of modern slavery and human trafficking, and were safeguarded during a police raid. Arrests were made and all the businesses were closed down.

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