Montgomery County Sheriff Joe Sampson says anyone is welcome to attend Crimestoppers meetings, voice their ideas, and/or volunteer for upcoming events with the group. Red Oak VFW members co-sponsor the Crimsetoppers group activities. Their meetings take place the first Tuesday of every month at the Red Oak American Legion (211 E. Washington St.), beginning at 6-p.m.  The Sheriff says support of Montgomery County Crimestoppers is critical, and he, along with Chief Deputy Jon Spunaugle and Red Oak Police Chief Justin Rhamy, want the support to continue, and increase.

The Crimestopppers program is designed to reduce crime by partnering with the community, media and local law enforcement, and works when the community helps to identify criminals, reports suspicious activity that may be relevant to crimes, and identifies vehicles. Tips are processed anonymously, and may be eligible for a reward if they lead to an arrest and conviction. Anyone with information on a crime may call Montgomery County Crimestoppers at 1-888-434-2712.

The group’s phone number has changed, and renewed efforts are underway to bring the program back to maximum effectiveness. Donations and fund raising are the only activities that keep the organization afloat, according to Sheriff Sampson, who says also, members will be circulating new materials around the county in the near future. In addition, a Fundraising Benefit is planned for March 21st, at the Eagles.