Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, call the Milwaukee Police Department non-emergency line at 414-933-4444 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Milwaukee
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Milwaukee Police Department) | 414-933-4444 | 1 |
| City services | 414-286-CITY (2489) | 1 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 3 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 4 |
What does the Milwaukee Police Department say?
"City of Milwaukee Non-Emergency Police 414-933-4444" 1
When should you use the non-emergency line?
The official page lists these examples 1:
- "Crimes NOT In Progress (Reports)"
- "Welfare Check"
- "Theft / Vehicle Theft"
- "Loud Music"
- "Property Damage"
- "Drug Dealing / Loitering"
Who answers the call?
In Milwaukee, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Milwaukee Police Department 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Wisconsin: Madison. 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 Milwaukee?
414-933-4444, the Milwaukee Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is 414-933-4444 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; 414-933-4444 is the Milwaukee Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Sources · 4
- City of Milwaukee · Not 911 checked 2026-11-05
- 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