CRIME STOPPERS, B.C. HYDRO FIGHT GROW-OPS

Crime Stoppers and B.C. Hydro teamed up to pull the plug on illegal grow
operations.

Tips received through Crime Stoppers will now go to BC Hydro's energy
diversion investigators. Investigators will receive addresses of suspected
grow-ops, assisting them to confirm energy thefts and recover funds.

When B.C. Hydro finds evidence of energy thefts it notifies law
enforcement, which can lead to search warrants and charges.

Shirley Stocker, president of B.C. Crime Stoppers, said the most important
aspect of Crime Stoppers is people can leave anonymous tips. They don't
have to testify in courts and can receive cash rewards.

People who know of suspected marijuana grow operations can call the Crime
Stoppers tip line at 1-800-222-8477 or leave tips online at
www.bccrimestoppers.com.