Detailed description
The Online Police Station (Onlinewache) – also known as the Internet Police Station – is a service offered by the German police. Through the online station, you can, for example, file a criminal complaint or send tips and messages to the police.
In the event of crimes committed under the threat or use of violence, please contact the police immediately in person or call the emergency number 110.
You can report simple crimes via the online police station:
- Fraud: for example, misuse of data or customer accounts
- Theft: for example of bicycles, other vehicles or other items
- Damage to property: Damage or destruction of property
- Hate on the Internet: Hate postings on the Internet
- Other criminal charges that do not fit into any of the other categories
- Unusual observations and clues
- Praise & Complaints: Your feedback to the police
Please note that the selection of offenses and forms for the online police station may vary depending on the federal state.