The Suffolk County Police Department’s 6th Precinct can be reached at 631-854-8600. That line rings the front desk at 400 Middle Country Road in Selden, New York, which is staffed around the clock and handles walk-ins, phone questions, report intake, and general police business for the northern part of the Town of Brookhaven.1Suffolk County Police Department. Phone Directory
If you’re trying to reach a specific unit inside the precinct, call the main desk and ask to be transferred. One unit has its own direct line: the Community Oriented Police Enforcement (COPE) unit, which handles ongoing neighborhood issues and quality-of-life complaints, answers at 631-854-8689.2Suffolk County Police Department. Sixth Precinct
When to Use 911 Instead
Call 911 when someone is in immediate danger or a crime is happening right now: an assault in progress, a break-in while you’re home, a serious crash with injuries, a fire, or a medical emergency. The dispatcher sends the nearest patrol unit.
For anything that isn’t live and urgent, the precinct line at 631-854-8600 is the right call. So is the county-wide non-emergency number, 631-852-COPS (631-852-2677), which routes to a dispatcher who can send an officer or point you to the correct precinct.3Suffolk County Government. Emergency Telephone Numbers Typical non-emergency situations include finding your car vandalized overnight, reporting a package theft after the fact, or asking about a report you filed earlier. You’ll usually get a case number you can use for insurance or follow-up.
Report Some Incidents Online
Suffolk County runs an online reporting portal for certain minor incidents where there’s no known suspect and no physical evidence at the scene. Eligible categories include lost property, vandalism, theft, harassment, and illegal dumping.4Suffolk County Government. Suffolk County Executive Bellone Announces Launch of Online Police Reporting System If your situation fits, filing online saves a trip to the precinct, and the department forwards the report to the appropriate investigative unit if follow-up is needed.
Areas Covered by the 6th Precinct
The 6th Precinct covers hamlets and villages in the northern Town of Brookhaven, including Selden, Centereach, Stony Brook, Setauket, Port Jefferson Station, and Terryville.2Suffolk County Police Department. Sixth Precinct If you’re not sure whether your address falls inside those boundaries, call 631-854-8600 and the desk officer can confirm which precinct handles your location.
Requesting a Police or Crash Report
Report copies don’t come from the precinct. They come from the SCPD Central Records Section at headquarters in Yaphank.
Motor vehicle crash reports are sold online through BuyCrash.com starting 7 to 10 business days after the incident. You’ll need at least two of the following: a driver’s license number from someone involved, a license plate number from a vehicle involved, or the date of birth of someone involved.5Suffolk County Police Department. Request a Report The site adds a convenience fee. To avoid it, pick the report up in person at Suffolk County Police Headquarters, 30 Yaphank Avenue, Yaphank, NY 11980.
For incident reports, arrest records, and FOIL requests, Central Records is at 631-852-6015 or SCPDFOIL@suffolkcountyny.gov. The office is open Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m., and closed weekends and holidays.5Suffolk County Police Department. Request a Report The 3:45 p.m. cutoff is strict, so arrive well before closing. Fees depend on the type of report.
Getting an Impounded Vehicle Back
If Suffolk County Police towed your car, it’s at the Impound Section at 100 Old Country Road in Westhampton, NY 11977. The lot is open to the public Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and the number is 631-852-6000.6Suffolk County Police Department. Impound Section
Bring:
- Proof of ownership: a current, valid registration or title. Expired or suspended registrations aren’t accepted. If the title is lost, a duplicate “green receipt” from the DMV works instead.
- Photo ID. Required for anyone picking up a vehicle.
- Valid driver’s license and current insurance card if you plan to drive the car off the lot. Two licensed drivers must be present. A learner’s permit doesn’t count.
If someone else is picking the car up for you, they need the standard ownership documents plus a signed, notarized letter from you naming that specific person or tow company.7Suffolk County Police Department. Impound Section FAQ
Numbers at a Glance
- 6th Precinct main desk: 631-854-86001Suffolk County Police Department. Phone Directory
- COPE unit, 6th Precinct: 631-854-86892Suffolk County Police Department. Sixth Precinct
- County-wide non-emergency: 631-852-COPS (631-852-2677)3Suffolk County Government. Emergency Telephone Numbers
- Central Records (reports): 631-852-60155Suffolk County Police Department. Request a Report
- Impound Section: 631-852-60006Suffolk County Police Department. Impound Section
- Emergencies: 911