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1. There is a crime in process, for example a fight, who do I call?

Please dial 9-1-1.

2. What number should I call if there is a suspicious person in my area?

Suspicious people are often looking to commit a crime of opportunity. Call Dispatch at 471-1151.

3. My car was burglarized, where can I make a report?

Call dispatch at 831-471-1151 or request to speak to an officer at the  

Watsonville Police Department.

4. My home was burglarized, how do I make a report?

Call dispatch at 831-471-1151 to make a report.

5. What do you do if you lose any of the following; cellular phone, purse, wallet, identification card, and you would like to request a police report?

Call dispatch at 831-471-1151.

6. Why do police officers take a long time to respond?

The calls-for-service are prioritized by the nature of the call and how serious it is. For example an injury traffic accident response rate will be higher than a vehicle burglary with no suspects at the scene.

7. What can I do about loud neighbors?

Call dispatch at 831-471-1151. Be prepared to answer questions about your location and the nature and location of the noise. These descriptions will help police officers when they respond to the problem.