Report a Crime (see new online reporting option below)

NEW: Online reporting for non-emergency incidents

The Duke University Police Department has made available to the community a new way to report non-emergency reports online, including thefts, vandalism and concerning behaviors (such as suspicious activity or inappropriate behaviors). Visit Submit an Online Report to do this but remember --- if a crime is in progress, or you have an emergency, dial 9-1-1.

Incident Report Copies

Need a copy of a Duke police report for a traffic accident or other incident on campus? Click here to find out how.

You are strongly encouraged to report suspicious activity or campus crime in a timely manner to Duke Police at 9-1-1 or (919) 684-2444 or by using our online reporting option. Timely reporting of information assists in keeping Duke University & Health System safe and secure. You may also report non-emergency matters anonymously through CrimeStoppers, Silent Witness or the investigations unit.

When reporting a crime, please be ready to provide information such as:

  • A brief description of what occurred
  • Where the incident occurred
  • When the incident occurred
  • Whether the suspect(s) had a weapon
  • Where and when the suspect(s) were last seen
  • What the suspect(s) looked like
  • Gender
  • Race
  • Age
  • Height
  • Weight
  • Hair Color/length
  • Clothing including shoes worn
  • Facial Hair
  • Tattoos, scars
Need a copy of a criminal report?  In many cases, after filing a criminal report, you will be able to access your report online.  After you have received your report number, go to the Duke University Police Department Online Crime Report Database and enter your last name, date of report and report number for your copy.