Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Elizabeth, New Jersey, call the Elizabeth Police Department non-emergency line at 908-558-2000 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Elizabeth
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Elizabeth Police Department) | 908-558-2000 | 1 |
| Animal control (City of Elizabeth) | 908-820-4242 | 3 |
| Report a crime online | Official online reporting | 1 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 4 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 5 |
What does the Elizabeth Police Department say?
"All incidents requiring immediate police involvement must be reported by calling the police department at 908-558-2000 or by calling 9-1-1 for emergencies." 1
Who answers the call?
In Elizabeth, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Elizabeth Police Department 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in New Jersey: Paterson, Lakewood, Edison, Woodbridge, Toms River, Hamilton Township, Trenton, Clifton. Outside city limits and on highways: New Jersey State Police (NJSP). 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 Elizabeth?
908-558-2000, the Elizabeth Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is 908-558-2000 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; 908-558-2000 is the Elizabeth Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Elizabeth?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Elizabeth Police Department has an official online reporting page 1.
What is the animal control number in Elizabeth?
908-820-4242: Animal control (City of Elizabeth) 3. In an emergency, call 911 2.
Sources · 5
- City of Elizabeth · Citizen Incident Reports | Elizabeth, NJ checked 2026-11-09
- Federal Communications Commission · Text to 911: What You Need to Know checked 2026-10-20
- City of Elizabeth · FAQs - CivicPlus.CMS.FAQ 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