Operation Game Thief

Operation Game Thief is Texas' Wildlife Crime-Stoppers Program, offering rewards of up to $1,000 for information leading to the conviction of a wildlife crime. Begun in 1981 as a result of laws passed by the 67th Legislature to help curtail poaching, the program, a function of the Law Enforcement division of The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, is highly successful, having been responsible for the payment of over $195,000 in rewards. Privately funded, the program is dependent on financial support from the public through the purchase of OGT merchandise and memberships, donations, sponsorships, and gifts.

If a violation is currently in progress, please submit your anonymous tip by texting 847411 (Tip411) with the keyword “TXOGT” followed by the tip information and any applicable photos or videos if available. Anonymous web tips can also be submitted below. Reporting by phone is also available 24 hours a day, seven days a week by calling 800-792-GAME (4263).

Operation Game Thief Website

Our Address

4200 Smith School Road
Austin, Texas 78744

General Inquiries

512-389-8801