Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Suffolk, Virginia, call the Suffolk Police Department non-emergency line at 757-923-2350 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Suffolk
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Suffolk Police Department) | 757-923-2350 | 1 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 3 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 4 |
What does the Suffolk Police Department say?
"By calling the non-emergency number, 757-923-2350, you can access our departmental phone directory that will put you in contact with our various divisions and specialized units." 1
When should you use the non-emergency line?
The official page lists these examples 1:
- "If you need to have an officer respond to a non-emergency incident, when calling 757-923-2350, wait for the phone options to begin and then press “0” to be connected with a live call taker who will help provide you with the service you need."
Who answers the call?
In Suffolk, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Suffolk Police Department 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Virginia: Arlington, Newport News, Alexandria, Hampton, Roanoke, Virginia Beach, Chesapeake, Richmond. Outside city limits and on highways: Virginia State Police (VSP). 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 Suffolk?
757-923-2350, the Suffolk Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is 757-923-2350 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; 757-923-2350 is the Suffolk Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Sources · 4
- City of Suffolk · FAQs - CivicPlus.CMS.FAQ (Police) 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