# Non-Emergency Police Assistance - Washington State ## National Guidance - **When to Call Non-Emergency Numbers:** - Use non-emergency police numbers for situations like noise complaints, reporting non-urgent crimes, property damage, or suspicious activity that does not pose an immediate danger. - **In Case of Emergency:** - For urgent threats to life or property, dial **911** immediately. ## Statewide Non-Emergency Police Directory - **Washington State Patrol Headquarters:** - **Phone:** 1-800-283-7808 - **Website:** [https://www.wsp.wa.gov](https://www.wsp.wa.gov/) - **Services Provided:** Statewide assistance for non-emergency police matters, including traffic concerns and statewide law enforcement support. ## Local Non-Emergency Contacts by City/County ### Seattle - **Seattle Police Department:** - **Phone:** 1-206-625-5011 - **Website:** [https://www.seattle.gov/police](https://www.seattle.gov/police) - **Office Location:** 610 5th Ave, Seattle, WA 98104 - **Services Provided:** Noise complaints, property theft, and non-urgent crime reports. ### Spokane - **Spokane Police Department:** - **Phone:** 1-509-456-2233 - **Website:** [https://my.spokanecity.org/police](https://my.spokanecity.org/police) - **Office Location:** 1100 W Mallon Ave, Spokane, WA 99260 - **Services Provided:** Non-emergency crime reporting, vandalism, and neighborhood safety. ### Tacoma - **Tacoma Police Department:** - **Phone:** 1-253-798-4721 - **Website:** [https://www.cityoftacoma.org/government/city_departments/police](https://www.cityoftacoma.org/government/city_departments/police) - **Office Location:** 3701 S Pine St, Tacoma, WA 98409 - **Services Provided:** Lost property, parking violations, and community policing. ### Bellevue - **Bellevue Police Department:** - **Phone:** 1-425-577-5656 - **Website:** [https://bellevuewa.gov/city-government/departments/police](https://bellevuewa.gov/city-government/departments/police) - **Office Location:** 450 110th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98004 - **Services Provided:** Non-urgent crime reports and community safety resources. ## Additional Resources - **Crime Stoppers (Anonymous Tips):** - **Phone:** 1-800-222-TIPS (8477) - **Website:** [https://www.crimestoppersusa.org](https://www.crimestoppersusa.org/) - **Services Provided:** Anonymous reporting of crime or suspicious activity. - **Neighborhood Watch Programs:** - **Website:** [https://www.nnw.org](https://www.nnw.org/) - **Services Provided:** Tools and contacts to organize local safety initiatives. ## Educational Resources - **Understanding Police Roles:** - **Website:** [https://www.justice.gov/](https://www.justice.gov/) - **Description:** Learn the difference between emergency and non-emergency situations and the appropriate contacts. - **Community Policing Information:** - **Website:** [https://cops.usdoj.gov/](https://cops.usdoj.gov/) - **Description:** Resources on how law enforcement collaborates with local communities. ## Online Reporting Tools - **Washington State Patrol Online Reporting:** - **Website:** [https://www.wsp.wa.gov/crime/submit-a-tip](https://www.wsp.wa.gov/crime/submit-a-tip) - **Services Provided:** File reports for non-urgent crimes such as theft, property damage, or fraud. - **Local Police Online Reporting Portals:** - **Seattle:** [https://www.seattle.gov/police/need-help/online-reporting](https://www.seattle.gov/police/need-help/online-reporting) - **Spokane:** [https://my.spokanecity.org/police/online-reporting/](https://my.spokanecity.org/police/online-reporting/) --- _Updated as of January 5, 2025. For corrections or additional information, please contact Washington State Patrol._