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TownTalk: Nobles Seeks To Bring More Visibility To H-V Crime Stoppers

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As the new president of the local Crime Stoppers, Frankie Nobles said he’s impressed at just how willing the board members are “to step up and do what needs to be done.”

Nobles said he’d like the community to do the same when it comes to providing information to solve crimes.

He told John C. Rose on Monday’s Town Talk that there was not a single payout request in 2021, which means that either there were no indictments or convictions as a result of tips sent in anonymously or, more likely, no tips sent in at all.

“We need the community to step up,” Nobles said. He also said he believes that people may be worried that their identity will be discovered. But Nobles said that is not the case.

Calling or texting the Crime Stoppers number is completely anonymous, Nobles said. The calls or messages get routed through a maze of different servers. The software that is used is safe and confidential.

“I think people are scared to make a tip because they think somebody’s going to know.” But he assures the public that is not the case. “We never even know who’s getting the money.”
Tips that do come in to Crime Stoppers are given to the appropriate agency, he explained. When an indictment is handed down or a conviction is made, the law enforcement agency submits the information to the Crime Stoppers board, which determines the amount of the payment to be made.

The board meets monthly, Nobles said. The executive board consists of Tonya Moore, who serves as vice president; Danny Wright, treasurer; and James Baines, secretary. Additional board members include Lorraine Watkins, Mike Fisher, Henry Gupton, Edward Woodlief and McKinley Perkinson, who is the fundraiser chairperson.

The Crime Stoppers will have a chicken plate fundraiser on March 11 at the Vance County Rescue Squad on 1735 Maynard Road. The event will run from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tickets are $10 and are available from any board member. Tickets must be purchased in advance, he said. It’s takeout only, and delivery can be arranged for 10 or more plates.

This is the first time the organization has had a chicken plate fundraiser, he said. Crime Stoppers formed in 1982 and VGCC law enforcement instructor Tom Long was its first chairman in 1985.

Nobles said the group has got some good things planned for the community and for the law enforcement personnel it supports.

COVID-19 has created a few wrinkles in the past couple of years, but the golf tournament is being planned and there will be another 50-50 raffle, for starters.

He wants Crime Stoppers to be more visible in the community by participating in events like the downtown car show and Night Out Against Crime.

But most importantly, he wants law enforcement agencies to know that Crime Stoppers supports them. Each agency will submit a name of an officer to be recognized for exceptional service in 2021, he said. “These officers are out there every day, putting their life on the line for us – the least we can do is recognize them.”

Visit the Crime Stoppers Facebook page to learn more about upcoming events.

 

TownTalk: Night Out Against Crime Event Coming To Downtown Henderson

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Like many other areas around the state and nation, Henderson and Vance County is no stranger to crime. Crime happens and law enforcement agencies need help to solve these crimes. That’s where Crime Stoppers comes in. They provide tips that can solve or even prevent crimes.

Cash rewards of up to $2000 are available if a tip results in an arrest and conviction. In order to make those rewards possible fundraisers need to happen.

The Night Out Against Crime here locally will take place on Breckenridge St. from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. on Tuesday, September 21.

Tonya Moore and Lorraine Watkins of Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers told WIZS’s Trey Snide on TownTalk there is important information to pass along to residents who attend the free event but plenty of fun and entertainment is to be had as well.  Event organizers are expecting around 500 people to attend on Tuesday and will be treated to performances by the Vance County High School Cheerleaders, the Clearview Church Praise Team, the High Grass Bluegrass Band and the gospel choir Work in Progress. At the end of the program a drawing will be held for a big screen TV.

One of the focuses of the event is to reach young people “We really, really need to get in touch with young people to get them pointed in the right direction,” Watkins said. “Not a day goes by without a shooting or a robbery,” Watkins continued.

Watkins also addressed the need for the community to step up and provide local law enforcement with the information they need to help solve or prevent crimes but pointed out that people are afraid to talk or give information to law enforcement agencies.  Crime Stoppers uses the P3 app for cell phones to make tips completely anonymous. With the app users can supply pictures, video and other information to police departments or sheriff’s offices and the use is completely anonymous. A code is used as calls and texts are routed across the country before arriving back in Henderson so the tips can be investigated. Watkins said that if someone sees a crime about to happen the P3 app can be used and law enforcement agencies will be able to intervene before the crime ever happens. “Proactive is better than retroactive everyday,” Watkins said.

According to Moore, those interested in finding out more about Crime Stoppers should follow them on Facebook. Crime Stoppers is composed of volunteers and Moore and Watkins say it’s all about making Henderson and Vance County a better place.

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$5,000 Reward Offered On Louisburg Murder Case

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— courtesy of NC State Bureau of Investigation and the NC Department of Public Safety

(For the Full Release Click Here)

YOUNGSVILLE – Crime Stoppers is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of two masked men responsible for the murder of 21-year-old Devin Christopher Bilodeau on Sept. 23, 2017, during a home invasion in Youngsville.

Just before 11 p.m., two armed men broke into a home at 26 Amandas Way and fatally shot Bildoeau. Several people were home at the time. The men ran on foot towards new home construction in the Holden Young subdivision in Youngsville.

The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office and the State Bureau of Investigation are seeking help in identifying the two men responsible for Bilodeau’s murder.

Anyone with information about the home invasion or the gunmen are urged to call 919-496-7867. Callers to Crime Stopper’s Tip Line do not have to give their name.

For a reward poster, click here.

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Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers Approve New Text-a-Tip Program

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Henderson, NC – Henderson and Vance County Residents will now be able to text the Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers along with the traditional phone in method to report crime.

Kevin Bullock, the president of the Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers said, “We’re still in the early stages of setting up our local Text-a-Tip program, but once completed, the Text-a-Tip will allow anyone with a cellphone to not only call 252-492-1925, but text in a crime they witness as well. Other Crime Stopper groups across North Carolina are using this technology with great success to reach younger audiences.”

The program will be ready to go later in the year.

Henderson Police Chief Marcus Barrow said, “Text-a-Tip will put us in contact with a new generation and also give others another simplistic way of reporting criminal activity anonymously.”

If anyone should have any information related to a case, they are encouraged to call the Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers at 252-492-1925. Crime Stoppers offers a reward of up to $2,000 for information that may lead to an arrest. Callers may remain anonymous.

New H-V Crime Stoppers Officers

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Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers Elect New Officers for 2017-2018

On Wednesday December 14th the Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers held elections for a new President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer.

Kevin Bullock, of WIZS Radio, was elected as President. Chris Fisher, of Henderson Fruit and Produce, was received as Vice President. Lorraine Watkins, of The Screen Master and the immediate past president, was elected as Secretary. Danny W. Wright kept his positon as Treasurer.

Watkins said, “It has been an honor, privilege and very humbling to be president for the past two years. Thank you for your support, and I look forward to working with Kevin and Chris as we move forward in providing our law enforcement the best assistance Crime Stoppers can provide.”

The Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers is a fundraising organization dedicated to assisting local law enforcement in the area. Crime Stoppers will pay rewards up to $2,000.00 for information leading to the arrest of persons responsible for criminal offenses. All information received is kept confidential. The Crime Stoppers phone number is 252-492-1925. Callers do not have to give their name.

(The preceding information was provided to WIZS News by Crime Stoppers in the form of a press release.)

WIZS Radio congratulates Bullock, Fisher, Watkins and Wright.  It is a proud day anytime a business person or business owner can serve his/her community beyond the scope of his/her everyday obligations.  WIZS is proud that Kevin has chosen to serve such an important organization in our community and that his peers have chosen him to serve in such an important role.  Fisher, Watkins and Wright are business owners and are to be congratulated for owning and operating local businesses and for their continued service to Crime Stoppers.  The Crime Stoppers organization has been absolutely pivotal since its formation in aiding law enforcement and removing criminals from our streets and neighborhoods.  Thanks to the brave members of law enforcement for doing the rough, dangerous job of acting on the information learned and for the brave individuals, albeit sometimes for a reward, who offer the information.  Collaboration for the common good is one of the things that makes us a stronger city and county.  And thanks for allowing us the brief commentary here. – John C. Rose

(Fisher, Watkins and Wright are also all advertising clients of WIZS with their respective businesses.)

Vehicle B&E Reported at Time Warner Cable in Downtown Henderson

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On November 28, 2016 at approximately 10:00 AM officers with the Henderson Police Department responded to 215 Young St, Henderson (Time Warner Cable) in reference to a vehicle breaking and entering. Upon arrival, officers spoke with an employee who stated that sometime during the weekend someone broke into and entered one of their company vehicles (2008 Ford Escape). The reporting party advised that nothing appeared to have been taken.

The investigation is being conducted by members of the Henderson Police Department’s Criminal Investigation Division. If anyone should have any information related to this case, they are encouraged to call Crime Stoppers at 252-492-1925 or the Henderson Police Department at 252-438-4141. Crime Stoppers offers a reward of up to $2,000 for information that may lead to an arrest. Callers may remain anonymous.

Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers Thanks You for Support

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On September 15th The Henderson-Vance Crime Stoppers held their annual Awards Banquet at Vance Granville Community honoring “The Best of the Best” in law enforcement.  They would like to thank the following people for being a sponsor for helping make this award winning night so special to so many.  They are:

1st Sgt. Jeff Rowan
Adam Johnson
Advantage Ford-Lincoln
Alice Harris
Baskerville & Baskerville, PLLC
Beacon Light Masonic Lodge #249
Billy Ford
Bobby Choplin
Calvary Baptist Church
Carolina Carpet and Flooring
Caroline Burnette
Charles Boyd Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC
City of Henderson
Clearview Church
Cobblestone Community Watch
Craig Thorpe
Danny Wright, CPA
Early Falsom Properties
Edward Woodlief
Frankie Nobles
Freison
Henderson Fruit and Produce
Henderson Institute Historical Museum
Henderson Vance Recreation Department
Home Decorator Shop
Henderson Police Department
J M. White Funeral Service
Joe Dittmar
Larry’s Service Company
Mainstreet Marketplace
MR Williams
Magnolia Management, LLC
Mike Waters, District Attorney
Vance County NAACP
Pinnell Insurance Agency
Rosemyr Corporation
The Screen Master
Senior Citizens Home, Inc.
Sheriff Peter White
Superior Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Vance County
Vance Johnson
Vance-Granville Community College
Wester Realty & Insurance Agency, Inc.
Western Vance Academy
WIZS Radio

 

Again, thank you for your support in all that Crime Stoppers does to honor those for their commitment and dedication in serving the citizens of Henderson and Vance County.  Without your support, we would not be able provide them with necessary funds as well as other necessities to help gather information to make our city and county a safer place for all of us.