Are you suggesting that without a TIPS program people who see things and have information are not able to report what they see and know?
Come on...
Maybe with a TIPS program, those people who see things won't feel like they "don't want to get involved" and not make that call that could save a child. It happens — and one time is too many. TIPS can show people how to be more vigilant. If you don't like TIPS, then just don't participate. Start your own neighborhood crime watch or just watch MTV.