Port Hope Police issued a release on Monday, October 26, 2026 concering the cybersecurity incident involving Crime Stoppers. The release from the police service is below, but it doesn’t clarify, or state if the service is suspending Crime Stoppers.
The Port Hope Police Service is aware of the reported cybersecurity incident involving the third-party P3 tip-management platform used by Crime Stoppers organizations across Canada and the United States.
The incident raises serious concerns regarding the confidentiality of information submitted through Crime Stoppers, the safety of individuals who provide tips, and public confidence in the program.
The Service is working with Crime Stoppers partners to determine whether local information was affected and to assess any potential implications for public safety and ongoing investigations. The incident involves a third-party platform and is not currently characterized as a breach of police-owned internal systems.
“Our priority is the safety of our community and the protection of individuals who place their trust in Crime Stoppers,” said the Chief of Police. “We take this matter seriously and are working with our partners to understand the potential impact and determine what steps may be necessary. We are committed to sharing verified information as it becomes available.”
Crime Stoppers plays an important role in community safety by encouraging people to share information that can assist police investigations. Maintaining public trust and protecting the confidentiality of those who come forward remain essential.
The Port Hope Police Service will continue to monitor developments and provide further information as appropriate.
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