Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Elgin, Illinois, call the Elgin Police Department non-emergency line at (847) 289-2700 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Elgin
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Elgin Police Department) | (847) 289-2700 | 1 |
| Animal control officers, messages (Elgin Police Department) | 847-289-2502 | 3 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 4 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 5 |
What does the Elgin Police Department say?
"For non-emergencies call (847) 289-2700." 1
Who answers the call?
In Elgin, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Elgin Police Department 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Illinois: Chicago, Aurora, Joliet, Naperville, Rockford, Springfield, Peoria. Outside city limits and on highways: Illinois State Police (ISP). 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 Elgin?
(847) 289-2700, the Elgin Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is (847) 289-2700 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; (847) 289-2700 is the Elgin Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
What is the animal control number in Elgin?
847-289-2502: Animal control officers, messages (Elgin Police Department) 3. In an emergency, call 911 2.
Sources · 5
- City of Elgin · FAQs • Police checked 2026-11-09
- Federal Communications Commission · Text to 911: What You Need to Know checked 2026-10-20
- City of Elgin · Animal Control | City of Elgin, Illinois - Official Website checked 2026-11-09
- 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