KINGSTON, Jamaica — The National Commercial Bank (NCB) has renewed its partnership with Crime Stop Jamaica for the 17th consecutive year, committing $7.5 million over the next three years to support crime prevention efforts.

Since the partnership began, NCB has contributed $24.8 million to the initiative, which plays a key role in solving cases, recovering stolen assets and maintaining the integrity of Jamaica’s anonymous tip system.

Crime Stop Chair Sandra Glasgow emphasised the importance of the partnership in shifting from reactive measures to crime prevention.

“NCB’s commitment enables us to innovate — to move from reaction to prevention. Globally, partnerships between banks and crime stoppers organisations have cut fraud losses by 30-40 per cent,” she said.

She highlighted Crime Stop’s impact over the past 35 years, noting that anonymous tips have contributed to solving 33,162 cases, leading to 2,953 arrests, the recovery of stolen property valued at $336 million, and the dismantling of criminal networks.

“Most importantly, [our work] prevents crimes before they occur,” she said.

Crime Stop Jamaica provides a confidential platform for citizens to report criminal activity, ensuring information reaches law enforcement while protecting those who come forward. NCB’s renewed financial support underscores its commitment to tackling fraud, cybercrime and other illegal activities that threaten national security and economic stability.

“Crime continues to pose significant risks to businesses, individuals and the wider Jamaican society,” said Denver Frater, chief security officer at NCB. “We take these threats seriously and remain active in efforts to combat them. Our collaboration with Crime Stop reflects our focus on protecting customers and communities. Supporting this initiative helps bring criminals to justice and ensures that Jamaicans have a safe, anonymous way to report wrongdoing. We encourage more organisations to join the fight, as collective action is essential to creating a safer and more secure Jamaica.”

Glasgow also called for greater private sector support, stressing that collaboration with law enforcement and the wider community would expand Crime Stop’s reach, boost public confidence and enhance national security efforts.

NCB further urged the public to use Crime Stop’s secure and anonymous reporting channels to help prevent crime.