Cheshire Constabulary is committed to being easily accessible
when you want to contact us. In order for us to do this as
effectively as possible and so that you get the assistance you need
quickly, it is important that you contact us on the correct
number.
999
Always use 999 in an emergency. Our 999 call
handlers strive to answer all calls within 10 seconds as per the
Policing Pledge and they exceed the
90 per cent target for doing this. Dial 999 if:
- there is a danger to life
- violence is used or threatened
- a serious crime (violent crime/burglary) is in progress or
likely to occur
- a suspect for a serious crime is nearby
- there is a road traffic collision involving personal injury or
danger to other road users
- a vulnerable person needs urgent attention
0845 458 0000
For non-urgent calls, ring 0845 458 0000. Using
999 for general enquiries may delay response to someone who needs
urgent assistance.
Non-urgent calls are when:
- You want to report a crime or criminal damage that is not in
progress at the time of your call
- You want to report a minor road traffic collision
- You want to contact your local police officer
- You want to enquire about lost property or provide information
to the police
- You need information or advice
Text Relay
Hearing and speech impaired textphone users should use Text
Relay, the national telephone relay service. Dial 18001 before any of the above telephone numbers
or 18000 in an emergency.