CRIME OF THE WEEK:  

March 23, 2005

The Effingham Police Department is investigating a theft from a residence in the 600 block of South Cherry.  Two white male suspects attempted to sell the victim linoleum.  One suspect distracted the victim while the other stole money.  Suspect one was 40 to 50 years old, suspect two was 20 to 30 years old.  The suspect vehicle was a white newer extended cab pickup truck.

If you have any information about this or other crimes, call Crime Stoppers at 34-SOLVE or toll free at 877-44-SOLVE.  Crime Stoppers provides cash rewards up to $1000.00 for anonymous tips leading to a felony arrest.  

  The Effingham City-County Special Operations Group is requesting the public's assistance in locating cannabis growing activity in our area.  Anyone suspecting cannabis growing or having knowledge of where plants are growing are encouraged to help.