When to Call the Police

From the Central County Precinct First Quarter Newsletter:

Many people hesitate about calling the police department even when faced with circumstances that, upon reflection, are highly suspicious. Some people think they are bothering us and some are not sure what they are seeing.

Use this guide and your common sense to assist in making your decision. There are highly trained and experienced communications personnel at the other end of the line to ask questions and help decide the right thing to do. For emergencies and crimes in progress, call 9-1-1, and for non-emergency situations, dial 314-889-2341.

Try to remember what the suspect looked like (height, weight, hair color, eye color, scars, tattoos, etc.), what the suspect was wearing (describe clothing from top to bottom), the suspect’s direction of travel (north, south, down the alley, or which road), and vehicle description (color, make, model, plate number and state if possible).