Police Department News Releases for Monday, May 16, 2016

3 p.m.

Old Scam Recirculating Using New Information

3:29 p.m. - SPD is receiving reports of a scam involving money owed to SPD. Victims receive a call saying they have to pay money to keep from going to jail.

2 p.m.

Spokane Police Investigate Serious Auto/Pedestrian Collision

2:02 p.m. - The Spokane Police Department is investigating a serious vehicle vs. pedestrian collision that occurred this morning on Monroe near Carlisle.



Know the Number

Emergency Services
Situations requiring IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE from Police, Fire or ambulance: call 911

Mental Health Crisis
Situations requiring IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE by phone from trained mental health counselors: call 988

Crime Check
Non-emergency police services: call 509.456.2233 to report crimes no longer in process or submit crime tips.
Crime Check Online Reporting also available.

City Services
Non-emergency reporting of potholes, graffiti, or unlawful camping, utility billing, and general information on city services: call 311 or report online

Social Services
Social services and community resources like housing, food, and employment help: call 211

For general police email contact:
SPDWebMail@spokanepolice.org

Media Relations Contact

Julie Humphreys
509.622.5868
jhumphreys@spokanepolice.org