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Communications Q: Someone broke the window in my car. Should I call 911?
A: 911 is reserved for emergencies. If you have need for non-emergency Police Services, please call 843.747.5711.
Q: Why do they ask so many questions when I call the police?
A: Receiving dispatchers are trained to try to get as much information as possible to best determine the nature of the problem and its seriousness. On emergency calls, the dispatcher has already sent the information to the officer while asking additional questions.
Q: Why does the 911 Operator sometimes ask me to call back on a non-emergency number?
A: Many people use 911 to call in any type of complaint or question they might have. We do not want the 911 lines tied up with non-emergency calls so we are able to leave them open for life or death emergencies. If you have a non-emergency, please call 843.747.5711.
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