Community Programs
Crime Solvers
Crime Solvers is a community partnership between the City of Fairfax Police Department, the George Mason University Police Department, and the greater Fairfax business community.
Crime Solvers is an anonymous tip line through which callers may receive up to $1,000 cash reward for information about crimes or wanted persons in Fairfax City that leads to an arrest, case closure, or the recovery of stolen property or narcotics.
How to submit an anonymous tip:
Volunteers in Police Service (VIPS)
The Volunteers in Police Service program (VIPS) offers community members an opportunity to share their talents, skills and abilities to support police services.
Through VIPS, the police department matches volunteers with identified needs in the department, such as:
- Bilingual Services
- Citizen Services
- Clerical / Office Support
- Computer Technologies
- Communications
- Crime Prevention
- Data Entry
- Graphic Design
- Photography
Eligible VIPS candidates must be:
- Age 21 or older
- U.S. citizens
- In good physical health
- Maintain a satisfactory driving record
Volunteers undergo a brief background investigation — and, upon acceptance in VIPS, are trained to be familiar with department services and basic rules and regulations.
To apply, please download and submit the Volunteers In Police Service (VIPS) Application.
For more information, contact:
Police Information
703-385-6986
police.information@fairfaxva.gov