Shelbyville Police Department reminds community all calls for service must go through dispatch

Monday, August 18, 2025 at 9:38 AM

The Shelbyville Police Department is reminding community members that all calls for police service must be made directly to the Shelbyville Police Department Dispatch Center by phone.

Email and social media are not monitored on a regular basis and should not be used to request immediate assistance. Messages sent through email or social media may go unseen for hours, even days, which could result in critical delays in response.

For the safety of the community, anyone needing police assistance should contact dispatch at 317-392-2511 for non-emergency matters or dial 911 in the event of an emergency.

The Shelbyville Police Department remains committed to ensuring timely responses to all calls for service. Using the proper channels helps the police department ensure no call for help is overlooked.

For updates, community news, and non-emergency information, residents are encouraged to continue following the Shelbyville Police Department on its official social media pages and website.

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