SAN DIEGO -- A Marijuana Tip Line has been set up for citizens to report
suspected marijuana cultivation or trafficking in San Diego County.

The number is (619) 616-4444.

The line is operated by the county's Integrated Narcotics Task Force and the
Sheriff's Department.

Callers can remain anonymous if they choose. Authorities ask that tipsters
be as exact as possible on locations, suspects or vehicle information. If
callers would like to speak with a narcotics detective, they will be
referred to another telephone number.

"Citizens may come upon marijuana gardens being grown indoors, while
attending a party, or stumble upon a marijuana crop while hiking their
favorite backcountry trail," Lt. Bill Baxter said. "Either way, the
Marijuana Tip Line is for those citizens who may have hesitated to call
about these crops in the past."

Checked-by: Melodi Cornett