Thanks to new, private software, it is possible for people to text us a tip, or to send a tip on the web — as well as the usual tip by phone — and still no one will ever know the tipster’s identity. AND, two-way communication — also completely anomymous — now is possible between citizens with a tip and police investigators. 

Here are the facts: 

      Tip by text: Send the keyword “Award” and a message to CRIMES (274637).

      Tip by web: Visit www.528CASH.org  (or just click here now) to send a secure message.

      Tip by phone: As always, call 528-CASH (2274) and leave your tip. 

In each case, an alias or tip ID code will be provided.