How To: 9 Crimes You Can Report Online in Great Falls

How To:  9 Crimes You Can Report Online in Great Falls

If I were to see a crime being committed in Great Falls, my first thought would be to probably dial 911 to report it to authorities.

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Now, not to discourage anyone from reporting crime in the Electric City but using the 911 service isn't the only way to report crimes.  Keeping 911 available for serious emergencies can benefit all of us by using another service offered in Great Falls.

When to Call 911 in Great Falls - How to Know Which Crime Fits

For certain crimes, citizens in Great Falls should call 911.  According to the City of Great Falls website, those times to call include "if the crime is happening right now or within the past 30 minutes."

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Other instances that would require an emergency call according to the City would be the following:

• The crime is a burglary. In other words, breaking into something which has four walls and a roof. For instance, if someone got into a garage and took a bike. This is a burglary and requires an officer response
• Evidence needs to be collected; for instance: photos, video surveillance, or anything left at the scene by the suspect*
• An officer has already responded to the complaint; the officer will complete the report
• The crime occurred outside the city limits of Great Falls
• The crime occurred more than six months ago
• The crime involves a stolen vehicle or stolen firearm
• The value of the stolen or damaged property is more than the felony amount of $1500

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Using the Online Crime Reporting Tool with the City of Great Falls

For certain crimes within the city limits of Great Falls, filing a report online is often a better alternative to clogging the 911 emergency services line.

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Check our gallery below to see which crimes should be reported using the online service. 👇