What the Sheriff Wants You to Know About Calling 911
Hennepin County Dispatch Center is one of the larges in the Midwest.
In recognition of National Public Safety Telecommunications Week, the Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office is advising residents to review safety information concerning 911 calls. When calling 911 from most cities in Hennepin County, residents will speak with a dispatcher at the sheriff’s office 911 Communications Center, located in Golden Valley. The Sheriff’s Office 911 center is one of the largest consolidated dispatch centers in the Upper Midwest. In 2011, the Sheriff’s Office handled approximately 592,000 calls which include calls to 911. Parents/Caregivers/Children: Tips for calling 911 General: Tips for Calling 911 When to call 911 When should you call 911? Are there situations when should call a non-emergency number for police instead…
