Six Nations Police temporarily suspending use of Crime Stoppers Program

OHSWEKEN, ON, October 27, 2026 –  The Six Nations Police Service (SNPS) has joined the Brantford Police Service in suspending its use of the Crime Stoppers program after reports of a cybersecurity breach involving Crime Stoppers data. SNPS said their decision to suspend the use of the service “reflects the importance of protecting the privacy, confidentiality, and anonymity of individuals who come forward with information, which are essential to maintaining public confidence in programs like Crime Stoppers and supporting effective police investigations.” SNPS said it is remaining in contact  with Brant-Brantford Crime Stoppers and will  “monitor the situation as the organization’s privacy and security measures are assessed.” SNPS said because Crime Stoppers operates independently of the Six Nations Police Service,  members of the public “seeking further information regarding the reported…

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