Here's How To Report A Non-Emergency Crime In Minneapolis

MINNEAPOLIS — There's a new way Minneapolis residents should report non-emergency theft and property damage incidents.

"Starting June 14, non-police City employees at 311 will take these reports from Minneapolis residents instead of 911 dispatching Minneapolis Police officers," the city announced in a news release Thursday.

To report a theft or property damage incident that is not in progress, residents can either

• Submit an online report
• Or call 311

Minneapolis 311 will take theft or damage reports between 8 a.m. and 5:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. An incident case number when you file a report whether you submit your report online or by calling 311. The quickest way to generate an incident case number for your report is to file it online.

"If the theft or property damage is occurring at the time of call, call 911," the city notes.

"This is a service change aligned with the City’s work around seeking alternatives to police response. The goal is to reduce administrative capacity for police and improve service experiences. Results of the program will be assessed throughout the year."