Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Phoenix, Arizona, call the Phoenix Police Department non-emergency line at 602-262-6151 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Phoenix
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Phoenix Police Department) | 602-262-6151 | 1 |
| Report a crime online | Official online reporting | 3 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 4 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 5 |
What does the Phoenix Police Department say?
"Non-Emergency - 602-262-6151" 1
Who answers the call?
In Phoenix, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Phoenix Police Department 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Arizona: Tucson, Mesa, Gilbert, Chandler, Glendale, Scottsdale. 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 Phoenix?
602-262-6151, the Phoenix Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is 602-262-6151 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; 602-262-6151 is the Phoenix Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Phoenix?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Phoenix Police Department has an official online reporting page 3.
Sources · 5
- City of Phoenix · Contact the Phoenix Police Department | City of Phoenix checked 2026-11-05
- Federal Communications Commission · Text to 911: What You Need to Know checked 2026-10-20
- City of Phoenix · Police Online Reporting and Forms | City of Phoenix checked 2026-11-05
- 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