

You dial 911, the call taker answers, "911, what is your emergency/what are you reporting?".What information do I need to tell the call taker? Take a second to think about the people or vehicles you may need to describe.What just happened? Think about what you are trying to report and be ready to say, "I'm reporting a (crime, emergency or suspicious activity).".Where are you? Take a quick look around to make sure you know where you are.What makes it suspicious? Be able to explain to the 911 call taker why the behavior you are seeing/hearing is suspicious. What gives you the feeling that a crime is in progress or about to occur? Don't doubt your instincts. Call 911 and let our call takers evaluate and respond to the information you provide. You believe a specific crime is happening.

You believe someone is in physical danger.Abandoned parcels or other items in unusual locations (i.e.People dressed inappropriately for the weather or occasion, (i.e., heavy coat in warm weather).People who change their behavior when they notice they have been seen.People peering into parked vehicles that are not their own.Vehicles driving slowly and aimlessly through neighborhoods, around schools or parking lots.Unauthorized people in restricted areas.People in or around buildings or areas who do not appear to be conducting legitimate business.Unusual noises, including screaming, sounds of fighting, breaking glass.If it's suspicious to you, it's worth reporting it to 911.In fact, reporting suspicious activity immediately can help police prevent or interrupt crime. Sometimes, people are reluctant to call 911 about behavior that they feel is suspicious because they believe their call will be a burden or unnecessarily tie up police resources. We can't stress enough the importance of reporting suspicious behavior. Police Officer Candidates' Frequently Asked Questions.Washington Advisory Committee on Trafficking.Automated Photo Enforcement - West Seattle Low Bridge.

