Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Beaumont, Texas, call the Beaumont Police Department non-emergency line at (409) 832-1234 (24/7) 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Beaumont
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Beaumont Police Department) | (409) 832-1234, 24/7 | 1 |
| City services | 3-1-1 | 1 |
| Fire department, non-emergency (Beaumont Fire-Rescue) | (409) 880-3901 | 1 |
| Police dispatch non-emergency line (Beaumont Police) | (409) 880-3685 | 1 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 3 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 4 |
What does the Beaumont Police Department say?
"Police Non-Emergency: (409)-832-1234" 1
When should you use the non-emergency line?
The official page lists these examples 1:
- "Reporting a crime with no suspect, a suspect not on the scene, or a crime with a lengthy delay"
- "Non-emergency police violations (fireworks, a noisy party)"
- "A suspicious circumstance"
Who answers the call?
In Beaumont, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Beaumont Police Department 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Texas: Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, El Paso, Arlington, Corpus Christi. Outside city limits and on highways: Texas Department of Public Safety — Texas Highway Patrol (DPS). 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 Beaumont?
(409) 832-1234, the Beaumont Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is (409) 832-1234 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; (409) 832-1234 is the Beaumont Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
What is the fire department non-emergency number in Beaumont?
(409) 880-3901: Fire department, non-emergency (Beaumont Fire-Rescue) 1. In an emergency, call 911 2.
Sources · 4
- Beaumont Police Department · What to Expect When Calling 911 – Beaumont Police checked 2026-11-09
- 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