Short answer. For police matters that are not an emergency in Waco, Texas, call the Waco Police Department non-emergency line at (254) 750-7500 1. If a life, a person or property is in danger right now, call 911 2.
Who to call in Waco
| Situation | Number | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency: police, fire, ambulance | 911 | 2 |
| Police, non-emergency (Waco Police Department) | (254) 750-7500 | 1 |
| Animal Protection (City of Waco Animal Services) | (254) 750-1765, Monday - Friday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. +On Call | 3 |
| Report a crime online | Official online reporting | 1 |
| Mental health or suicide crisis | 988 (call, text or chat) | 4 |
| Poisoning | 1-800-222-1222 | 5 |
What does the Waco Police Department say?
"If non-emergency call (254) 750-7500." 1
When should you use the non-emergency line?
The official page lists these examples 1:
- "Harassment"
- "Minor theft"
- "Identity theft"
- "Lost property"
- "Criminal mischief"
- "Unauthorized use of a motor vehicle"
Who answers the call?
In Waco, police calls that are not emergencies go to the Waco Police Department 1.
Other cities
Non-emergency numbers in Texas: Houston, San Antonio, Dallas, Fort Worth, Austin, El Paso, Arlington, Corpus Christi. Outside city limits and on highways: Texas Department of Public Safety — Texas Highway Patrol (DPS). 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 Waco?
(254) 750-7500, the Waco Police Department non-emergency line 1.
Is (254) 750-7500 the same as 911?
No. 911 is for emergencies 2; (254) 750-7500 is the Waco Police Department line for matters that are not urgent 1.
Can I report a crime online in Waco?
Yes, for some non-urgent incidents: the Waco Police Department has an official online reporting page 1.
What is the animal control number in Waco?
(254) 750-1765: Animal Protection (City of Waco Animal Services) 3. In an emergency, call 911 2.
Sources · 5
- City of Waco · Police Department City of Waco checked 2026-11-09
- Federal Communications Commission · Text to 911: What You Need to Know checked 2026-10-20
- City of Waco · Animal Services City of Waco checked 2026-11-09
- 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