Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Grand Prairie, Texas, call the Grand Prairie Police Department non-emergency line at 972-237-8790 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Grand Prairie
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Grand Prairie Police Department) | 972-237-8790 | 1 |
| Animal Services dispatch (City of Grand Prairie) | 972-237-8575, Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. | 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 Grand Prairie Police Department say?
"Police Non-Emergency Contact: 972-237-8790" 1
Who answers the call?
In Grand Prairie, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Grand Prairie 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 Grand Prairie?
972-237-8790, the Grand Prairie Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is 972-237-8790 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; 972-237-8790 is the Grand Prairie Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Grand Prairie?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Grand Prairie Police Department has an official online reporting page 1.
What is the animal control number in Grand Prairie?
972-237-8575: Animal Services dispatch (City of Grand Prairie) 3. In an emergency, call 911 2.
Sources · 5
- City of Grand Prairie · Online Police Report - City of Grand Prairie checked 2026-11-09
- Federal Communications Commission · Text to 911: What You Need to Know checked 2026-10-20
- City of Grand Prairie · Hours and Contact Information - City of Grand Prairie 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