Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Independence, Missouri, call the Independence Police Department non-emergency line at 816-325-7300 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Independence
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Independence Police Department) | 816-325-7300 | 1 |
| Animal services (City of Independence) | 816-325-7205 | 1 |
| Barking dogs (City of Independence) | 816-325-7213 | 1 |
| Fire department, non-emergency (Independence Fire Department) | 816-325-7123 | 1 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 3 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 4 |
What does the Independence Police Department say?
"Police Non-Emergency 816-325-7300" 1
Who answers the call?
In Independence, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Independence Police Department 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Missouri: Kansas City, St. Louis, Springfield, Columbia, Lee's Summit. Outside city limits and on highways: Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP). 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 Independence?
816-325-7300, the Independence Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is 816-325-7300 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; 816-325-7300 is the Independence Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
What is the animal control number in Independence?
816-325-7205: Animal services (City of Independence) 1. In an emergency, call 911 2.
What is the animal control number in Independence?
816-325-7213: Barking dogs (City of Independence) 1. In an emergency, call 911 2.
What is the fire department non-emergency number in Independence?
816-325-7123: Fire department, non-emergency (Independence Fire Department) 1. In an emergency, call 911 2.
Sources · 4
- City of Independence · Contact Us | City of Independence, MO 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