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Overview
If you have experienced, witnessed, or have information about a crime, you may be wondering what to do next. Understanding your options can help you decide whether, when, and how you want to report what happened.
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Reporting a crime
If you have experienced a crime, witnessed one, or have information about one, there are different ways you can share information and seek help.
Choosing whether to report a crime is a personal decision. You can take time to consider your options and speak with Police before deciding whether to make a formal report.
Reporting a crime can help Police assess any immediate risks, support your safety, connect you with services, and investigate what has happened. It may also assist with applications for financial support or insurance claims.
You can report a crime whenever you feel ready
You can discuss your options with police before deciding to formally report a crime.
No matter how long ago the crime happened, you can still report it to police.
Reporting a crime as soon as possible can help keep you and other people safe, help you access financial support or make an insurance claim.
Anyone can report a crime
Anyone can report a crime. This includes:
- the person who experienced the crime
- a person who has seen the crime (sometimes called an eyewitness)
- the person who has committed the crime
- a person who has information about the crime, even though they may have had no involvement.
If you would like support when making a report, you can ask a family member, whānau member, friend, or other support person to accompany you.
Reporting to police
Police can explain the reporting process, answer questions, and discuss your options before you decide whether to make a formal report.
For information on reporting to police, visit:
Reporting anonymously
Anonymous reporting means Police may not be able to contact you for further information, but the information you provide can still help prevent crime and support investigations.
You can report information without giving your name through Crime Stoppers (Aukati Takahi Ture) by calling 0800 555 112.
You can also fill in a secure online report form:
You can choose whether to report a crime
You aren’t legally required to report a crime if you don’t want to.
Some professionals have mandatory reporting duties, but not the general public.