Hotline tip leads to crossword victory – can you crack the code?

– Information from an authority
– Tip received through a designated line
– Something heard via a law enforcement service
– Assistance given to authorities
– Crime-fighting tip obtained
– Lead obtained through a specific source
– A hinted clue from the authorities
– Whispered intelligence over the phone
– Inside scoop from the police department
– Assistance to solve a case.