For Emergencies and Crimes in Progress, call 911
What may be reported online?
If you are not reporting an emergency or a crime actively in progress, the following crimes or occurrences may be reported online if they occurred within the City of Tacoma limits:
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Identity Theft
Somone uses your Social Security number or other personal information to open new accounts, file for unemployment, make a purchase, get a tax refund, or any other manner in order to garner personnel financial gain.
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Theft
The wrongful taking of personal property, not including firearms, vehicles, or vehicle license plates.
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Vehicle Prowl
Property has been unlawfully taken from inside of a vehicle, or an attempt to take property from inside of a vehicle has been made.
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Vandalism or Destruction of Property
Physical damage caused to another person's property; writing, painting, drawing, or marking of any property with paint, ink, markers, or other substance.
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Lost Property
Missing or misplaced property; property with no readily identifiable owner.
What may not be reported online?
For the following crimes or occurrences please call the Tacoma Police non-emergency number at (253) 287-4455:
- Crimes of violence (call 911)
- Stolen or lost guns
- Stolen or lost license plates
- Stolen or lost vehicles
- Vehicle accidents
- Vehicle hit and runs
For non-criminal matters such as complaints or code violations, please contact the City of Tacoma Customer Support Center at 311 or from outside the city (253)591-5000 or online at
TacomaFIRST311.