Reporting Crime in San Jose
Reporting a Crime
If you've been the victim of a crime it's really important to report it. We know that sometimes it’s not easy to decide to come forward. But we also know that if no one reports a crime, it’s as if it never happened.
If no one reports a crime, the criminal is free to commit more crime, damaging more communities and individuals.
It’s also important to report crime for your own practical purposes, like getting a Police Report number so that you can make an insurance claim.
How Do I Report a Crime?
By Telephone
General Information and Non-Emergencies: 408-277-8900 or 311
Emergencies or Crimes in Progress 911 or (408) 277-8911
By visiting police headquarters
At the police station you will be asked to provide details of the crime and make a statement about the facts of the case.
You’ll receive an incident number that you can quote to find out about the progress of your case and to use if you’re making any kind of insurance claim.
If the crime was committed within the City of San Jose, you can visit the Police Administration Building at: 201 W. Mission Street,
San Jose, CA 95110
By Completing an Online Crime Report
Some types of crimes can be reported online. To use an online form for reporting any of these types of crimes, click here: File a Police Report Online
- Vandalism
- Vehicle Tampering
- Harassing Phone Calls
- Fraud
- Lost Property
- Theft
- Vehicle Burglary
By reporting a crime anonymously
Silicon Valley Crime Stoppers is a completely independent organization which allows you to provide the details of a crime, without revealing your identity. You will not be compelled to give your name, sign any kind of statement or appear in court – all you have to do is provide the information about the crime.
For more information visit the Crime Stoppers website: www.crimestoppers.sjsv.com/
TO MAKE AN ANONYMOUS TIP
CALL CRIME STOPPERS AT
(408) 947-STOP or CALL 911
Submit Your Tip Online (New Window)
Remember you remain anonymous, identified only by a code number - no one will know who you are - and you may receive up to $1000 in reward money.