Frequently Asked Questions
Below you will find information that might help you understand how to find things or learn about information you might need to know about your city or town.
Report a Crime
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Report a Crime
When there is an emergency, lives are in danger, serious injury, serious medical condition, crime in progress, or any other situation needing immediate attention.
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Report a Crime
If you wish to remain anonymous or keep information confidential just tell the operator.
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Report a Crime
- Call 911 immediately.
- Be observant and make mental notes.
- Are there any weapons involved?
- What is the address?
- Any physical characteristics such as height, weight, race, beard, or scars?
- Any clothing description?
- How many people involved?
- Are the persons involved on foot or in a vehicle?
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Report a Crime
- Never say "nine eleven." There is no eleven on a telephone keypad or dial. Always say "nine-one-one."
- Always call from a safe place. If there is a fire in the house, get out first and then call.
- Post your address near the phone.
- Never call 911 as a prank or joke. You can get into trouble and keep someone who really needs help from getting it in time.
- 911 is not for animal emergencies. Leave the number for the vet next to the phone. If you need to reach the City's Dog Warden call 518-270-4640.
- Call 911 if you think you have an emergency and explain the situation to the dispatcher. If you call
- 911 by mistake, don't hang up. Explain the mistake to the dispatcher and say there is NO EMERGENCY.