Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Fort Collins, Colorado, call the Fort Collins Police Services non-emergency line at 970-419-3273 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Fort Collins
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Fort Collins Police Services) | 970-419-3273 | 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 Fort Collins Police Services say?
"If you want to speak with someone about a non-emergency situation, call 970-419-3273 (FCPD)" 1
Who answers the call?
In Fort Collins, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Fort Collins Police Services 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Colorado: Denver, Colorado Springs, Aurora, Lakewood, Thornton, Arvada, Westminster, Greeley. Outside city limits and on highways: Colorado State Patrol (CSP). 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 Fort Collins?
970-419-3273, the Fort Collins Police Services non-emergency line 1.
Is 970-419-3273 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; 970-419-3273 is the Fort Collins Police Services line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Fort Collins?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Fort Collins Police Services has an official online reporting page 1.
Sources · 4
- City of Fort Collins · Contact Police City of Fort Collins 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