AMARILLO, Texas (KFDA) - Amarillo Crime Stoppers is preparing to host their 17th annual car show this weekend, which is an important fundraiser for the organization.

On average, more than 100 arrests per year come from tips Crime Stoppers receives. Many of these tips come from out-of-state callers, some as far away as Washington and Maine.

Crime Stoppers say events like the car show not only provide entertainment and community involvement but also benefit the organization’s ability to fight crime.

“Both Crime Stoppers and Student Crime Stoppers are non-profits. The money raised here will support programs with operating expenses. We have to have our own independent phone lines, internet lines different from the city and our tip-taking software. So, it just helps us stay in business,” sa

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