Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Seattle, Washington, call the Seattle Police Department non-emergency line at 206-625-5011 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Seattle
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Seattle Police Department) | 206-625-5011 | 1 |
| Report a crime online | Official online reporting | 1 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 3 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 4 |
What does the Seattle Police Department say?
"If you would rather not use the online reporting system, you can file a report by calling the SPD Communications non-emergency line at 206-625-5011." 1
Who answers the call?
In Seattle, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Seattle Police Department 1.
Other cities
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 Seattle?
206-625-5011, the Seattle Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is 206-625-5011 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; 206-625-5011 is the Seattle Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Seattle?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Seattle Police Department has an official online reporting page 1.
Sources · 4
- City of Seattle · Online Crime Reporting - Police | seattle.gov 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