How to Make a Police Report
Determine the appropriate way to report:
- Police services are available 24/7, no need for appointments
- Emergency calls: dial 911
- Non-emergencies: contact Chattanooga Police at (423) 698-2525
Choose reporting method:
- In-person: visit Police Services Center, 3410 Amnicola Highway
- Phone: dial (423) 698-2525 or 911 for emergencies
Provide essential information:
- Be ready to answer questions determining the nature and seriousness of the problem
- For emergencies, clerks continuously relay information to dispatchers while asking additional questions
Obtain incident/accident report copy:
- Contact Open Records at the Office of the City Attorney (423) 643-8250
Additional reporting scenarios:
- Missing Persons:
- No waiting period; report immediately.
- Traffic Concerns:
- Report Drunk Drivers: call 911; provide car description, location, and direction of travel
- Report speeding issues: call the Police Traffic Division at (423) 643-5238
How to Obtain Copies of a Police Report?
Visit in Person
Office of City Attorney
Suite 200 2nd Floor City Hall Annex
100 E. 11th Street Chattanooga,TN 37402
Office hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m
Call
Contact Open Records at Office of the City Attorney (423) 643-8250
Visit Online
Access Chattanooga Open Records Center to request a Police Record online