Advice

What should I do if I witness a Crime

If you see a crime or offence being committed, report
it - or ask someone else to report it while you continue
to watch what happens. Dial 999 if:-
* There is danger to life;
* There is risk of serious injury;
* A crime is in progress or is likely to happen;
* An offender is still at the scene or has just left.

If the incident involves violence, you should not
intervene unless you are confident that you can do so
safely - instead call the Police immediately by
dialling 999. If you are a witness to an accident, you
may need to describe those involved or explain in
detail what actually happened. Pay attention to
peoples height, build, hair colour and length and in
particular, their clothes. Write down what you saw or
describe the people involved.

What will the police want to know once a crime
has been reported?

The police will normally want to know the following
information, and if you are still watching the incident
you may be asked to stay on the line :-
* Your name and address
* The telephone number you are calling from.
* The main contact number (Mobile or Home phone)
* The exact location of the incident being reported
* The nature of the incident
* Description of People involved
* Whether you were a witness to the incident or reporting
on ...behalf of someone else.

If you are reporting a road accident you may be
asked:-
* The number and type of vehicles involved
* The number and extent of injuries
* Whether the road is blocked
* Whether there is debris in the road.