Crime Stoppers: 9 Of Michigan’s Most Wanted Felons

Back in the day, wanted fugitives could hop on a bus, change their name to Bob, and blend in with the crowd. Today? Not so much. internet, social media, and constant connectivity, anonymity is dead. Before we dive into Michigan’s Most Wanted, here’s how to give a tip safely—without giving your name.

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Agencies like Crime Stoppers of Mid-Michigan are counting on that hyper-connectivity to find felons who are fleeing justice. But how does the Crime Stoppers tip work, and how do you remain anonymous (because who wants a violent wanted felon knowing it was your tip that put them behind bars)?

What is Crime Stoppers of Mid-Michigan?

Crime Stoppers agencies around Michigan give everyday citizens the power to turn tips into action—and cash. One quick call to 517-483-STOP (7867) and your neighbor's "sketch cousin" could be the next hotline.

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How to Submit a Tip Safely

First, call 517-83-STOP (7867) and provide as much detail as possible about the person you believe may be a wanted felon. Names, locations, cars, tattoos, and bad excuses all add up and could result in an arrest and the removal of a dangerous person from Michigan's streets.

They don’t ask for your name. Caller ID is disabled; your phone number won’t be shown. Instead, once you've submitted your tip, you'll get a confidential tip number—consider it your personal secret agent code.

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How Rewards Work

If your info leads to an arrest, recovery of stolen property, or drug bust, you could pocket $1,000 or more. And speaking of wanted felons, here's a look at Crime Stoppers of Mid-Michigan's Most Wanted as of September 2025.