Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Quincy, Massachusetts, call the Quincy Police Department non-emergency line at (617) 479-1212 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Quincy
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Quincy Police Department) | (617) 479-1212 | 1 |
| Animal care center / shelter (City of Quincy Animal Care Center) | (617) 376-1147 | 1 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 3 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 4 |
What does the Quincy Police Department say?
"Non Emergency Phone: (617) 479-1212" 1
Who answers the call?
In Quincy, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Quincy Police Department 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Massachusetts: Worcester, Springfield, Cambridge, Lowell, Brockton, New Bedford, Lynn, Fall River. Outside city limits and on highways: Massachusetts State Police (MSP). 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 Quincy?
(617) 479-1212, the Quincy Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is (617) 479-1212 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; (617) 479-1212 is the Quincy Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
What is the animal control number in Quincy?
(617) 376-1147: Animal care center / shelter (City of Quincy Animal Care Center) 1. In an emergency, call 911 2.
Sources · 4
- City of Quincy · Community Resource Guide 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