Shirebrook residents urged to report drug crime anonymously as part of new campaign

Serious organised crime has a major impact across communities as activities typically involve weapons, violence and intimidation. It can also involve exploiting and grooming vulnerable young people and children to sell class A drugs.

Anyone with information about those involved in drug crime is asked to speak up anonymously by passing on what they know using an anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org or by calling freephone 0800 555 111.

There is no need to speak directly to the police.

The eight-week campaign includes using social media to promote the unique service, which guarantees anonymity to everyone who contacts Crimestoppers. Signs to look out for will also be highlighted.

Rewards of up to £1,000 are available if the information given anonymously to Crimestoppers leads to a positive result.

Lydia Patsalides, Crimestoppers regional manager, said: “We value safe communities which is why we are really keen to hear from people who are aware of those doing drug crime in Shirebrook.

“If you have information about crime, such as who a drug dealer is or you know someone who is exploiting young people, you can give that information to us – 100 per cent anonymously, using one of our secure online forms or by phoning our 24/7 UK freephone number.

“Our charity believes passionately about giving people, especially those who feel unable to speak directly to police because of fear of reprisals or cultural reasons, a voice to speak up about what they know.

“In over 32 years since we began, we have always kept our promise of anonymity to the millions of people who have contacted us.

"Call 0800 555 111 or use our anonymous online form at Crimestoppers-uk.org. Young people can also report crime via our Fearless.org site. We cannot trace calls or get IP addresses. Not even we will know your identity when you contact us to pass on information.”