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How many police stations are there in Victoria?
333 police stations
As of December 2019, Victoria Police had over 21,399 officers, including 1,484 Protective Services Officers and 253 Police Recruits in training, 2 reservists and 3,616 civilian staff and 391 custody officers across 333 police stations.
How do I report a crime in Victoria?
Report Crime Information
- Triple Zero – 000. Call 000 immediately if the incident is life-threatening, needs immediate police attendance, a crime is happening now, or an offender is (or may be) still in the area.
- Police Assistance Line – 131 444. To report non-urgent crimes and events.
- Crime Stoppers – 1800 333 000.
How do I contact the police in Victoria?
Contact quick links
- Triple Zero (000) Police, Fire, Ambulance in an emergency.
- 131 444. For non-urgent police assistance.
- 1800 333 000. Report criminal information.
- Geo Targeting SMS. +61 444 444 444. Details about a high-risk missing person.
Which state has the largest police force in Australia?
The New South Wales Police Force has grown to be the largest in Australia.
What happens after you report a crime to the police?
Once a crime has been reported, the police will start their investigation and try to find evidence. As the victim, they’ll need to talk to you and collect as much information as possible so that they can write up a statement.
What are the ways of reporting crimes?
Reporting techniques
- Making and keeping contacts.
- Police contacts.
- Police press cards.
- The police press conference.
- Observation and monitoring.
- Documents and reports.
- Keep a filing system and diary.
- The crime.
Can I report myself to the police?
Contacting the police An emergency situation would be when a crime is actually happening, where there is danger to a life or where violence is being used or threatened. You can also report a crime anonymously yourself or by asking a friend, relative or support worker to report an offence for you through Crimestoppers.
What are the 6 elements of a crime?
The elements of a crime are criminal act, criminal intent, concurrence, causation, harm, and attendant circumstances.
How do I Find my Local Victoria Police Station?
Search by postcode, suburb or Police Region Map to find your local Victoria Police Station. Search returns will include contact details of your local police station.
How many PSAs does Victoria Police have?
Victoria Police provides policing services to the Victorian community across 54 Police Service Areas (PSAs), within 21 divisions and four regions – North West Metro, Southern Metro, Eastern and Western.
How many divisions are there in Victoria Police?
Victoria Police provides policing services to the Victorian community across 54 Police Service Areas (PSAs), within 21 divisions and four regions-North West Metro, Southern Metro, Eastern and Western.