There are various types of crime, all of which Northumbria Police are committed to tackling and reducing.

There is also a lot you can do to avoid becoming a victim of crime such as locking your pedal bike when out and about or at home, or keeping your purse or wallet safe. Taking simple precautions can make a real difference.

We aim to achieve this by delivering the Policing Pledge and following our six ethical principles, by being:

Attentive - by listening to communities

Responsive - by responding to the needs of communities

Reliable - by not letting people down

Skilled - by having staff with the right tools and abilities to do the job

Polite - to the public

Fair - at all times in carrying out our duties

Reporting a crime

If somebody's life is in danger or a crime is taking place, phone 999.

You can report all other crimes or incidents, and get general information and advice:

By telephoning 101

By texting: 07786 200 814

You can also report non-urgent, less serious crimes by reporting a crime online