Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Fall River, Massachusetts, call the Fall River Police Department non-emergency line at (508) 676-8511 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Fall River
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Fall River Police Department) | (508) 676-8511 | 1 |
| Animal control (Fall River Animal Control) | (508) 324-2037 | 3 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 4 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 5 |
What does the Fall River Police Department say?
"If you wish to report a crime or a situation requiring immediate attention, call (508) 676-8511." 1
Who answers the call?
In Fall River, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Fall River Police Department 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Massachusetts: Worcester, Springfield, Cambridge, Lowell, Brockton, Quincy, New Bedford, Lynn. Outside city limits and on highways: Massachusetts State Police (MSP). 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 Fall River?
(508) 676-8511, the Fall River Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is (508) 676-8511 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; (508) 676-8511 is the Fall River Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
What is the animal control number in Fall River?
(508) 324-2037: Animal control (Fall River Animal Control) 3. In an emergency, call 911 2.
Sources · 5
- Fall River Police Department · Contact Us | Fall River Police Department checked 2026-11-09
- Federal Communications Commission · Text to 911: What You Need to Know checked 2026-10-20
- Fall River Police Department · Animal Control | FRPD 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