The non-emergency line is staffed by public safety professionals trained to answer 911 and non-emergency telephone calls and dispatch police, fire, and medical resources.
Our Public Safety Telecommunicators gather critical information from callers to ensure the safety and quality of life for residents, businesses, and visitors in the City of Norfolk.
Reasons to Call the Non-Emergency Number
Call the non-emergency number, 757-441-5610, to report the following:
Any crime to a person, not life-threatening
Auto theft not in progress
Burglary to a home not in progress
Loud music complaints
Parking complaints
Citizens may also use, the Online Reporting System provided by the Norfolk Police Department.
Questions
What questions the Public Safety Telecommunicator will ask for non-emergency calls:
What is the location?
What is your phone number?
What is your name?
What is happening?
When did the incident occur?
Can you describe any suspicious persons or vehicles?
Do you want to speak to an officer?
This line of questioning provides the most accurate and detailed information to the first responders so they may have up-to-date situational awareness responding to all regardless of nature.
Non-Police Related
For other questions that are not police related please call: