Submit a Tip
Help keep DeKalb County safe - Report suspicious activity anonymously
Emergency Situations
If you are witnessing a crime in progress or have an emergency, call 911 immediately.
The tip submission process is for non-emergency information only and is not monitored 24/7. For immediate assistance, always call 911.
Anonymous Tip Reporting
The DeKalb County Sheriff's Office values the assistance of community members in preventing and solving crimes. You can submit anonymous tips about criminal activity, suspicious behavior, or other public safety concerns. Your identity will remain confidential.
Completely Anonymous
Your identity is never recorded or shared. Submit tips without revealing who you are.
Confidential
All information is treated with strict confidentiality and used only for law enforcement purposes.
Reviewed Promptly
Tips are reviewed by investigators and acted upon as appropriate based on the information provided.
Submit a Tip
To submit a tip to the DeKalb County Sheriff's Office, please email us at:
sheriff@co.dekalb.in.usYou can also call (260) 925-3365 to report information by phone.
Crime Stoppers of Indiana
Crime Stoppers is a community program that allows you to report information about criminal activity anonymously. You may be eligible for a cash reward if your tip leads to an arrest or the recovery of stolen property.
Contact Crime Stoppers
Call Toll-Free:
1-800-222-TIPS (8477)Submit Online:
crimestoppersfw.orgPotential Rewards
Crime Stoppers may offer cash rewards of up to $1,000 for information that leads to:
- •Arrest and conviction of criminals
- •Recovery of stolen property
- •Seizure of illegal drugs or weapons
Remember: You do not have to give your name or testify in court. Crime Stoppers will assign you a code number to protect your identity.
What Information to Include
The more detailed and specific your tip, the more helpful it will be to investigators. Try to include as much of the following information as possible:
What happened?
Describe the criminal activity or suspicious behavior
When did it occur?
Date and time of the incident
Where did it happen?
Specific location or address
Who was involved?
Names, descriptions, or identifying information
Vehicle information?
Make, model, color, license plate number
Physical descriptions?
Height, weight, clothing, distinctive features
Any evidence?
Photos, videos, documents, or other evidence
Additional details?
Any other relevant information
Other Reporting Options
In Person
Visit our office at 215 E 8th St, Auburn, IN 46706
Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Your Information Matters
Every tip counts. Your information could help solve a crime, prevent future criminal activity, or bring closure to victims and their families. Thank you for helping keep DeKalb County safe.
Call Crime Stoppers: 1-800-222-TIPS