Report a traffic crash with NSW Police

Introduction

Traffic crashes should be reported to NSW Police when they meet certain conditions.

Crashes should be reported online when:

• the situation is not an emergency or life threatening
• you are no longer at the scene of the crash
• no drivers/riders appeared to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol
• no persons were seriously injured or killed
• all drivers/riders/owners have exchanged particulars
• at least one vehicle involved in the crash had to be towed because of the crash
• you require a NSW Police Event number for insurance purposes

Always call 000 if you suspect someone has been hurt in an accident.

What you need

• your email address.
• details of the crash, including time, date and location.
• details of all vehicles involved in the crash, including description and if registered, registration number and state.
• name and address of all other vehicle driver/riders and any damaged property owners.
• name, address and date of birth of any person/s travelling within your vehicle who sustained minor injuries.

How to report a crash

1. Select the ‘Report online’ button.
2. Follow the prompts to complete your application.

More information

• You can save your report as draft prior to submitting it to the NSW Police Force.
• Once you submit your report, you will receive an email confirming the successful submission, with a NSW Police Force Community Portal reference number.
• If clarification regarding your report is required, you may receive a phone call or email from a NSW Police Force, PoliceLink, Customer Service Representative.