Frequently Asked Questions - Contacting ACT Policing
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- Which number should I call if my life is being threatened?
- Which number do I call if I have been in a car accident but nobody got hurt?
- Should I call the police assistance line if I have had something stolen from my home?
- I have noticed some suspicious activity going on at the local school/next door, do I call the police assistance line?
- If I have some information regarding a crime that has already occurred in the ACT should I call the new police assistance number?
- If I have a general enquiry that I wish to discuss with ACT Policing which number should I call?
Which number should I call if my life is being threatened?
The 000 emergency number remains the number to call if your life is at risk.
Which number do I call if I have been in a car accident but nobody got hurt?
If you have been involved in an accident but nobody's life is at risk, call the new police assistance number on 131 444.
Should I call the police assistance line if I have had something stolen from my home?
Yes, you can ring the police assistance number and the operator will put you through to the relevant area.
I have noticed some suspicious activity going on at the local school/next door, do I call the police assistance line?
Yes. If you think that there may be criminal activity taking place in your neighbourhood call 131 444 to speak to police.
If I have some information regarding a crime that has already occurred in the ACT should I call the new police assistance number?
No. You should call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000 to report any information that may assist police with solving a crime.
If I have a general enquiry that I wish to discuss with ACT Policing which number should I call?
If you have a general enquiry you wish to discuss with a member of ACT Policing call the Australian Federal Police switch on (02) 6256 7777.