In an emergency, call 000
If you are in danger, a crime is happening right now, or someone is hurt, call 000 (Triple Zero) straight away.
Not sure how to report something that has happened in Moonee Ponds? This page shows the quickest way to get it to Victoria Police. Reporting helps police see what is happening in our area, and helps you get support or an insurance reference number.
Report online (24/7)
For crimes that have already happened and don’t need police there right now, the online form is usually the fastest option. It is open day and night.
- Good for theft, shoplifting, property damage, graffiti, break-ins, stolen vehicles and lost property.
- You get a reference number you can use for insurance and to ask for updates.
- Your report is assigned to a police station to follow up.
Prefer to talk to someone?
Call the Police Assistance Line on 131 444. It is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for non-urgent crimes and general police enquiries. Save the number in your phone so you have it when you need it.
Reporting checklist
- Is anyone in danger, or is it happening now? Call 000.
- If not, report online or call 131 444.
- Write down what happened while it is fresh.
- Keep photos, CCTV footage, receipts and messages.
- Note your report reference number.
- Tell your insurer and, if you are a trader, your neighbouring businesses.
What to have ready
- Date, time and exact location.
- What happened, in your own words.
- A description of any people or vehicles involved (make, colour, registration).
- A list of what was stolen or damaged, with serial numbers or approximate value.
- CCTV or photos, if you have them.
- Your contact details.
Emergency or non-urgent?
| Emergency | Non-urgent | |
|---|---|---|
| Examples | Crime in progress, someone injured, a threat to safety, a suspect still nearby | Theft that has already happened, property damage, graffiti, lost property, noise or neighbour issues |
| Contact | 000 | Online report or 131 444 |
| Open | 24/7 | 24/7 |
Other ways to report
- Crime Stoppers Victoria – share information anonymously about a crime or suspicious activity. Call 1800 333 000 or report online.
- ReportCyber – for scams, online fraud and other cybercrime. Report at cyber.gov.au.
- Your local police station – find the nearest station and its counter hours.
Common questions
Do I need to report it if I think nothing will come of it?
Yes. Even small incidents help police see patterns, and you will need a reference number for most insurance claims.
Is posting in a group chat or on social media enough?
No. Telling other people is helpful, but only a report to Victoria Police is on the official record.
Can I report without giving my name?
Yes. Crime Stoppers lets you share information anonymously. For your own insurance claim you will need to report in your name.
What if I am not sure whether it is a crime?
Call 131 444. They can tell you whether it is something police can help with and how to report it.
What happens after I report online?
Police assess your report and pass it to a station. You receive a reference number and the details of the station handling it.
What if I have been scammed online?
Report it through ReportCyber and contact your bank straight away.
This page is a guide only. Moonee Ponds Traders Association does not take crime reports. Always use the Victoria Police contacts above. For anything else about trading in Moonee Ponds, contact us or browse the Moonee Ponds business directory.