Reporting a Crime — You Don't Have to Give Your Name

Reporting crime is one of the most powerful things you can do to keep your community safe. You do not have to be a witness, and you do not have to give your name. Every piece of information helps, no matter how small it seems.

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In an Emergency

If someone is in immediate danger, always call 999. This is the number for police, fire, and ambulance. If you cannot speak, call 999 and press 55 when prompted — this signals to the operator that you need help.

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Non-Emergency

For concerns that are not urgent, call 101 to speak to your local police. This includes reporting suspicious behaviour, low-level crime, or seeking advice about a safety concern in your area.

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Report Anonymously

Crimestoppers — 0800 555 111 or crimestoppers-uk.org.

Completely anonymous, available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. You will never be asked to give your name or appear in court.

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Fearless — fearless.org. Run by Crimestoppers specifically for young people. Report knife crime, drug dealing, gang activity, and more — completely anonymously.

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Online and Digital Crime

Report online extremist content to the UK Counter Terrorism Internet Referral Unit at gov.uk/report-terrorism.

Report fraud and cybercrime to Action Fraud at actionfraud.police.uk or by calling 0300 123 2040.

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Child Safeguarding Concerns

If you are worried about a child, contact the NSPCC on 0808 800 5000. In an emergency involving a child, always call 999.

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Illegal weapons

Reporting illegal weapons (knives, firearms) is essential for public safety across the UK.

Crimestoppers provide online reporting tools for illegal weapons​

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