OPERATION "TIPS"  485-8477

What is Operation "TIPS"?

Operation 'TIPS" is a 24 hour information hotline operated by the Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department. The main purpose is to encourage public participation in fighting crime and to assist the Police Department by providing information about any kind of criminal activity.

When do you dial 485-TIPS?

You should call 485-TIPS (8477) anytime that you have information on any criminal activity that has occurred, or might occur in the near future, and which might be of value to the police in solving certain crimes.

How does Operation 'TIPS" work?

Operation "TIPS" is in operation 24 hours a day, seven days a week. When you call "TIPS" you will be asked to leave your message or information on a telephone answering machine that will be checked frequently.

You may leave your name, but it is not required. All information you give will remain strictly confidential, and will be referred immediately to the proper unit of the Town of Poughkeepsie Police Department, where it will be thoroughly investigated.

THIS IS NOT AN EMERGENCY NUMBER. IF YOU WANT,
OR NEED AN IMMEDIATE RESPONSE DIAL 911 or 485-3666