When do I call 131 444?

Call '131 444' for 'non-urgent' police assistance.

For example:

• asking a question or advice
• reporting a crime that has happened in the past
• reporting a missing person or lost property
• making a complaint
• making general police related enquires
• reporting a crime which does not require a statement (e.g. house breaks, illegal use, property damage, theft)

What happens when I call 131 444?

When a '131444' call is answered by the Police Call Centre the operator will:

• Receive and process requests for 'non urgent' police attendance;
• Take reports of lost property, missing person(s) or non-urgent crime;
• Receive and process intelligence such as reports or complaints about crime or traffic hotspots (not Crime Stoppers related);
• Provide information regarding police services or statutory obligations such as reporting motor vehicle accidents, license requirements etc.
• Refer callers to appropriate Agencies.
  e.g. local, state or commonwealth; councils, Motor Registration, Environmental Protection Agency.

How much does it cost?

A call to '131 444' is charged the local call rate, (mobile phones vary dependent on the service provider).

Who am I talking to?

The Police Call Centre.