When you should call 9-1-1 (and when you should NOT)
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Communicating what you see is key to preventing crime and saving lives. But knowing which number to call can sometimes be confusing, depending on the situation.
Here is a breakdown of when to call emergency or non-emergency dispatch. Remember, if you see something, say something.
Call the non-emergency number (503-629-0111) for:
- Suspicious persons or vehicles
- Abandoned vehicles
- Anything out of place
- Noise disturbances
- Graffiti
Call the Emergencies number (9-1-1) for:
- Immediate threat of harm or danger
- Serious injuries
- Endangered persons
- Missing children
- Crimes occurring now
What to say when you call 9-1-1:
- Explain emergency
- Know your location and address
- Give your name and phone number
- Answer questions calmly
- Follow instructions
- Don’t hang up until told to do so
For more BPD information, visit: https://www.beavertonpolice.org/
