Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Torrance, California, call the Torrance Police Department non-emergency line at (310) 618-5641 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Torrance
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Torrance Police Department) | (310) 618-5641 | 1 |
| Fire department, non-emergency incident (Torrance Fire Department) | (310) 781-7042 | 1 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 3 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 4 |
What does the Torrance Police Department say?
"(310) 618-5641 Non-Emergency Police Response" 1
Who answers the call?
In Torrance, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Torrance Police Department 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in California: Los Angeles, San Diego, San Jose, San Francisco, Fresno, Sacramento, Long Beach, Oakland. Outside city limits and on highways: California Highway Patrol (CHP). 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 Torrance?
(310) 618-5641, the Torrance Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is (310) 618-5641 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; (310) 618-5641 is the Torrance Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
What is the fire department non-emergency number in Torrance?
(310) 781-7042: Fire department, non-emergency incident (Torrance Fire Department) 1. In an emergency, call 911 2.
Sources · 4
- City of Torrance · Emergency Contact Numbers - City of Torrance 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