| Reward | Up to $25,000 |
|---|---|
| Cap | $25,000 |
| Jurisdiction | Virginia |
| Administered by | Virginia State Police (Help Eliminate Auto Theft) |
| Legal authority | Insurer-assessment funded state program |
| Fraud covered | Vehicle safety & auto theft, Insurance fraud |
| Eligibility / shares | Tips on vehicle theft, parts theft, chop shops, and related insurance fraud. |
| Anonymous filing | Yes — Anonymous tips accepted via hotline. |
| Attorney | Optional. Not required. |
| Status | Active. |
Key takeaways
- Reward: Up to $25,000.
- Administered by Virginia State Police (Help Eliminate Auto Theft).
- You can file anonymously.
- You can file this one yourself — no attorney required.
- Tips on vehicle theft, parts theft, chop shops, and related insurance fraud.
How to report and claim your reward
- Call 1-800-947-HEAT
- Or submit the online tip form at heatreward.com
Track record
Rewards up to $25,000.
Anonymity: Anonymous tips accepted via hotline.
Been a victim of this kind of fraud? This page is for whistleblowers reporting fraud they've witnessed. If you lost money to a scam yourself, start with our fraud victim recovery guides — how to report it, try to get your money back, and protect your identity.
Should you talk to a whistleblower attorney first?
Not strictly required here — you can file on your own.
Statistically, represented whistleblowers recover awards far more often than unrepresented ones, and reporting through the wrong channel — or second — can forfeit your reward entirely. Because whistleblower attorneys work on contingency, a consultation costs nothing.
Last verified: July 4, 2026 against official government sources. Program rules change — always confirm on the official site before filing.