Sheriff's Report: Learning About Crime Stoppers

This interview was recorded Wednesday, Aug. 2, at the Henderson County Justice Center with Sheriff Botie Hillhouse and Michael V. Hannigan. === This week, Sheriff Hillhouse talks about the importance of the Crime Stoppers program in Henderson County. I. Stats (2:14) Summary: There were 410 inmates in Henderson County Jail as of Wednesday morning, with 90 of those being out-of-county inmates. The average population for the year is 408. Extra: There have been 85 dogs or cats picked up by animal control in the past two weeks. II. Crime Stoppers (3:27) Summary: Crime Stoppers is the only way to provide anonymous tips to law enforcement in Henderson County. If a tip leads to an arrest for a felony offense, the tipster could receive up to $1,000. Quote: "I think a lot of people might know about it, but I don't thing a lot of people use it," said Sheriff Hillhouse. More: In the podcast, Sheriff Hillhouse discusses the history behind the Crime Stoppers program. Contact: To give Crime Stoppers an anonymous tip, you can call 800-545-8477, download the Crime Stoppers app, or visit the local website at http://hccstips.com. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit hendersoncountytexas.substack.com