Filing a report with Metro Transit Police

Filing a police report

For questions regarding filing a police report, call MTPD communications 24 hours a day at 202-962-2121.

Request a copy of a police report

All requests for an MTPD police report are to be made via US MAIL. Police reports are released via US MAIL or E-MAIL once the request has been processed by POLICE RECORDS.

Please submit the Request a MTPD Police Report Form with your documentation and payment.

US Mail

1. Submit a Request a MTPD Police Report Form
2. Include a photocopy of valid state identification (example: driver's license).
3. Include a check or money order payable to "WMATA" for $10.00.
4. Include a self-addressed envelope, with postal stamp (necessary postage), that indicates where the report will be sent via US MAIL (United States Postal Service).
5. Send all contents to the below address:
   WMATA
   ATTN: MTPD Crime Analysis and Police Records Division
   4100 Garden City Drive
   Hyattsville, MD 20785

Note: Third party requests require a notarized release of information authorization form and a photocopy of the involved party’s valid state identification (i.e. driver’s license).

E-Mail PDF

1. Submit a Request a MTPD Police Report Form
2. Include a photocopy of valid state identification (example: driver's license).
3. Include a check or money order payable to "WMATA" for $10.00.
4. Send all contents to the below address:
   WMATA
   ATTN: MTPD Crime Analysis and Police Records Division
   4100 Garden City Drive
   Hyattsville, MD 20785
5. The requested MTPD police report will be forwarded via E-MAIL (PDF).

Note: Only a parent or legal guardian may obtain a copy of a police report involving a minor (juvenile).

File a commendation or complaint

The Metro Transit Police Department (MTPD) is interested in hearing from you and being accountable to our customers.

Learn more about how to file a commendation or complaint. 

Report harrassment

Visit the Harassment link and fill out the form.