How to report crime

Emergency situations

In an emergency, (defined as if a crime is happening now or someone is in immediate danger), call 999.

Non-emergency situations

In a non-emergency, telephone your local Safer Neighbourhood Team or Richmond upon Thames Police on 101.

Online reporting

Police

In the Greater London area (which includes Richmond borough), you can now report some types of crime to the Metropolitan Police online. This should not be used if an urgent reponse is needed.

Anti-social behaviour and hate crimes

You can now report incidents of anti-social behaviour or hate crimes to the Community Safety Team using our online form.

Reporting a crime anonymously

If you have information about a crime which you would prefer to report anonymously, phone Crimestoppers free on 0800 555 111 or use their online form.

If you suspect terrorist activity

Ring the anti-terrorist hotline confidentially on 0800 789 321.

Graffiti reporting

Graffiti is a criminal offence. If you are a victim or witness of graffiti, report it first to the police.

To ensure the graffiti is removed see the Graffiti Removal page.

More information on reporting crime

More information on reporting crime can be found on the Metropolitan Police Reporting Crime web pages.