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Numismatic Crime Information Center

The Numismatic Crime Information Center (NCIC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit corporation whose mission is to serve as a national and international resource for collectors, dealers, and law enforcement in the education, prevention, and investigation of crimes involving coins, paper money, tokens, medals, and related numismatic items. NCIC disseminates current crime-related issues to the numismatic industry and provides local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies with the fundamental investigative techniques, knowledge, and understanding to respond effectively to the complex challenges encountered during a crime. Please contact the Numismatic Crime Information Center's Doug Davis if you have questions or information concerning open cases. You can reach him at (817) 723-7231, or email him at [email protected].
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Stolen Rare Coins Alert: FedEx Shipments Targeted and Baltimore Show Theft Reported

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  Collectors and dealers should stay alert. Recent NCIC reports confirm multiple coin thefts tied to FedEx shipments and a major coin show in Baltimore....

Multi-State Gold Coin Theft Suspect Strikes Again in Martinsburg, West Virginia

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A gold coin theft in Martinsburg, West Virginia, has drawn the attention of the numismatic community nationwide. Authorities confirm that the suspect may be...
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Spike in Numismatic Crimes Tied to Record Precious Metal Prices Prompts Industry-Wide Alert

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Record-high prices for gold and silver have triggered a sharp rise in numismatic-related crimes nationwide, prompting warnings to coin dealers, collectors, and industry professionals....
Numismatic Crimes Escalate

NCIC Alert and Quick Action by Florida Dealer Nab Postal Employee Thief

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Agency: USPS Offense: Lost/Stolen Date: 08/13/2025 Location: Transit MO to Florida On September 15, 2025 NCIC alert was sent out on a USPS registered package that was reported...
Douglas Smith. Image: Cheyenne Police Department.

Suspect Found Guilty in 10-Year-Old Double Homicide at Wyoming Coin Shop

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In a landmark verdict delivered on Friday, July 18, 2025, a 12-person jury found Douglas Smith of McCloud, California, guilty of two counts of...
AI Generated image of coin collector looking at a Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle.

Coin Scammers Using Google Mobile App Warns NCIC

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The Numismatic Crime Information Center (NCIC) is alerting coin dealers, collectors, and the general public to a growing wave of fraudulent advertisements selling counterfeit...
Image: Adobe Stock/NCIC/CoinWeek.

Numismatic Crime – Early U.S. Coins, $1,000 Bill Stolen at Coin Shows

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Recent Alerts from Doug Davis - Founder and President, Numismatic Crime Information Center (NCIC) ......   Morgan Dollar Missing/Stolen After FUN Show A Capped Die 1879-CC Morgan...
Police are seeking suspect involved in a string of coin shop burglaries. Image: Adobe Stock/NCIC.

NCIC IDs Suspect in Cross-Country Numismatic Crime Spree

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Recent Alerts from Doug Davis - Founder and President, Numismatic Crime Information Center (NCIC) ......   NCIC Assists Law Enforcement in Identifying Theft Suspect The Numismatic Crime...
A thief prepares to break into a car to steal coins. Image: Adobe Stock.

Help NCIC Fight the Recent Surge in Numismatic Crime

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Across the nation, our community of collectors, dealers, and numismatic experts has witnessed an unprecedented surge in criminal activity, from robbery and theft to...
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Coin Dealers Targeted by Organized Crime Groups Following Coin Show Attendance

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Coin dealers across the nation have become the latest victims of organized crime, facing targeted attacks following their attendance at coin shows. In light...
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Numismatic Crime – U.S. Coin Dealer Inventory Stolen in Spain

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Recent Alerts from Doug Davis - Founder and President, Numismatic Crime Information Center (NCIC) ......   U.S. Dealer Robbed in Major Coin Theft in Madrid On June...
Douglas Smith mugshot. Image: Cheyenne Police Department.

Arrest Made in 2015 Cheyenne Coin Shop Murders

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By Doug Davis - Founder and President, Numismatic Crime Information Center (NCIC) ......   In 2015, the Numismatic Crime Information Center (NCIC) assisted in the initial...
NCIC, June 2024. Male subject.

Numismatic Crime – Coin Dealers Continue to Be Targeted After Shows

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Recent Alerts from Doug Davis - Founder and President, Numismatic Crime Information Center (NCIC) ......   Person of Interest Wanted in Possible Gold Coin Scam The male...
Numismatic Crime Information Center. May 17, 2024.

Numismatic Crime – Dealers Targeted for Major Thefts After Coin Shows

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Recent Alerts from Doug Davis - Founder and President, Numismatic Crime Information Center (NCIC) ......   Lost/Stolen Coins Recovered A package being shipped USPS Registered Mail from...
Stock photo of a thief stealing a $1000 Bill from a car.

Numismatic Crime – Coin Dealers Homes, Cars Robbed After Shows

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Recent Alerts from Doug Davis - Founder and President, Numismatic Crime Information Center (NCIC) ......   Coins Stolen from Dealer's Home in West Virginia The West Virginia...
Stock photo of an opened package.

Numismatic Crime – Coins, Banknotes Stolen From USPS

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Recent Alerts from Doug Davis - Founder and President, Numismatic Crime Information Center (NCIC) ......   Banknotes Recovered After Package Lost/Stolen in Mail Numismatic Crime Information Center...
This is a photo of suspects involved in a reported theft at a Schaumberg, Illinois coin shop/

Numismatic Crime – Illinois, New York Coin Theft Suspects Wanted

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Recent Alerts from Doug Davis - Founder and President, Numismatic Crime Information Center (NCIC) ......   Suspects Wanted in Illinois Coin Shop Theft The following suspects were...
Coin Show theft suspects. Images: NCIC.

Numismatic Crime – Coin, Bullion Theft an Ongoing Threat

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Recent Alerts from Doug Davis - Founder & President, Numismatic Crime Information Center (NCIC) ......   Gold Bars Stolen in Texas Residential Burglary The North Richland Hills,...
Facebook has become a target for criminals seeking to defraud collectors. Image: Adobe Stock.

Numismatic Crime – Major Thefts From Dealers After Coin Shows

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Recent Alerts from Doug Davis - Founder & President, Numismatic Crime Information Center (NCIC) ......   Facebook Counterfeit Bullion Suspect Arrested in Alabama A Sylacauga, Alabama man...
$1,000 Note Stolen at Palm Beach Coin Show - Recovered. Photo courtesy Numismatic Crime Information Center (NCIC)

Numismatic Crime – Bullion Stolen With Bad Check

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Recent Alerts from Doug Davis - Founder & President, Numismatic Crime Information Center (NCIC) ......   Numismatic Crime Information Center Annouces Recovery of $1,000 Note The Palm...
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