Crime Reporting Awareness Campaign

Help Make KONO Safer

When crimes go unreported in KONO, it becomes harder to get the support and resources our community deserves. Reporting helps us bring more safety efforts to our streets.

Your voice can make a difference—reporting helps keep KONO safe.


 

Why It’s Important

  • Protect Your Community

    • Reporting crime contributes to crime data, which helps identify patterns and makes neighborhoods safer.

  • Hold Offenders Accountable

    • Reporting helps law enforcement take action and gives victims a voice.

  • Increase Police Deployment

    • More reports = more patrols and faster response in your area.

  • Improve Local Services

    • Reports guide where to add lighting, programs, and more support.

  • Quick, Easy & Can Be Anonymous

    • Your report could prevent the next incident.

How To Report A Crime

  1. Visit the Oakland Police Department’s website. (https://www.oaklandca.gov/Public-Safety-Streets/Report-a-Crime)

    Click on “Report a Crime” at oaklandca.gov to submit a report online.

  2. Choose the Type of Crime

    Select the appropriate category for the incident (e.g., theft, vandalism, property damage). Be as accurate as possible.

  3. Fill Out the Report Form

    Provide clear details: time, location, what happened, and any supporting photos or documents. Anonymous reports are allowed.

  4. Submit and Save Confirmation

    Double-check your information and click “Submit.” Keep the confirmation number for your records in case you need to follow up.

  5. Track or Update Your Report

    After submitting your report, keep your tracking number

    so you can follow up online about any updates after 13 days.