Report Crime With Durham Constabulary
Durham Constabulary polices the area of County Durham and Darlington Borough, which together occupy an area of 2,232 sq. km. The area is predominantly rural, with more than half its residents living in settlements of less than 10,000 people. There are 12 main towns and over 260 small towns and villages, many of which are former colliery villages. The population of the constabulary area is estimated to be 604,900 (ONS mid-year estimate 2007), of which 1.2% are from ethnic minority groups.
Durham Constabulary has existed since December 1839, just over ten years after Sir Robert Peel formed the Metropolitan Police in London. As one of the top-performing police forces in the UK, Durham Constabulary feel pride in doing things differently and doing them well. When people visit Durham, they often comment it feels different here – that is the Durham Difference.
Their philosophy is about being efficient innovative, and cultivating great partnerships that help solve problems.
Durham Constabulary staff are positive, optimistic, professional and committed to delivering the best possible service to the people of County Durham and Darlington. The force headquarters is in Aykley Heads, Durham.
Visit the Durham Constabulary Crime Reporting page to find details on how to report a crime.
Report Incidents To Durham Constabulary
Visit Durham Constabulary official website to report below Crimes:
Emergency Contact Numbers
Call 999 right away for any emergency, such as:
- You are witnessing a crime or someone in extreme danger.
- A serious offence is in progress, or the offender is still at the crime scene.
- Someone is causing damage to a property.
When you are in danger and can't speak, Please follow the steps below:
Call 999 from your cell phone:
- Police won't be able to track your location, so you may cough, press some keys or provide any clue to locate you.
- Press 55 when prompted, and a Police officer will be able to listen to the voice coming through the phone.
- Police can track your location even if you don't speak.
- They will be able to hear your background noises and send an immediate rescue if they a suspect any danger.
Non-Emergency Crime Reporting
Call 101 when it is less urgent, but you need to report a crime or an offence such as:
- Stolen Car
- Property Damaged
- Drug Dealing
- Traffic Accident
Textphone Service
Contact CrimeStoppers
To anonymously report a crime or suspicious behaviour:
- Visit Crimestoppers website at http://crimestoppers-uk.org/.
- Call 0800 555 111 to Report by Phone.
Durham Constabulary And Crime Commissioner Details:
Ms Joy Allen is the current Police Commissioner for Durham Constabulary. Find Details below to contact the PCC Headquarters Office:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone No: 0191 375 2001
- Address: Durham Police and Crime Commissioner's Office,Durham Police Headquarters,Aykley Heads,Durham,DH1 5TT
- Website: https://www.durham-pcc.gov.uk/
Durham Constabulary Officers:
Jo Farrell
Chief Constable
Dave Orford
Deputy Chief Constable
Gary Ridley
Assistant Chief Officer
Dale Checksfield
Special Chief Officer
John Ward
T/Assistant Chief Constable
Contact Durham Constabulary:
Online: https://www.durham.police.uk/Home.aspx
Phone: 101
