Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Arlington, Texas, call the Arlington Police Department non-emergency line at 817-274-4444 (24 Hours a Day, 365 Days a Year) 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Arlington
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Arlington Police Department) | 817-274-4444, 24 Hours a Day, 365 Days a Year | 1 |
| Report a crime online | Official online reporting | 1 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 3 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 4 |
What does the Arlington Police Department say?
"Non-Emergencies 817-274-4444" 1
Who answers the call?
In Arlington, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Arlington Police Department 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Texas: Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, El Paso, Corpus Christi, Plano. All cities: Police non-emergency numbers by city. Every national number: Emergency numbers in the United States.
Frequently asked questions
What is the non-emergency number for police in Arlington?
817-274-4444, the Arlington Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is 817-274-4444 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; 817-274-4444 is the Arlington Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Arlington?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Arlington Police Department has an official online reporting page 1.
Sources · 4
- City of Arlington, Texas · Police Department | City of Arlington, TX checked 2026-11-05
- Federal Communications Commission · Text to 911: What You Need to Know checked 2026-10-20
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline · 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline checked 2026-11-05
- MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine · Poison control center - emergency number checked 2026-11-05