How do I obtain a copy of my Incident Report?

Reports are generally filled by the patrol officers at the end of their shift, so reports are usually available within approximately 48 hours of the report being taken. Columbus Police Department’s offense/incident reports are now being emailed to requestors. The reports are for individuals not businesses.

To request and Offense/incident report by email please complete the form below:

If you are a visitor or a resident of Columbus, Georgia or the surrounding area, you can still personally pick-up a courtesy copy of an incident report from the Officers at Desk Services located in the lobby of the Public Safety Building, 510 10th Street, Columbus, Georgia. Open Monday - Friday from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Phone: 706-653-3205.

If you are not in Columbus, Georgia or you are a business, you may submit a written request (providing all the above listed pertinent information in your written request to aid in locating the report you seek) with advance payment of $2.00, addressed to:

Columbus Police Department
Public Safety Building, Attn: Records
510 10th Street
Columbus, GA 31902

How do I obtain a copy of my Automobile Accident Report?

The Columbus Police Department has partnered with BUYCRASH.COM, through the State of Georgia, to be the repository of all its automobile accident reports. Simply go to www.Buycrash.com and you will be able to view, download and print your accident report for a nominal fee.

If you are a resident of Columbus, Georgia, you may personally pick up a courtesy copy of your automobile accident report from the Officers at Desk Services located in the lobby of the Public Safety Building.

510 10th Street
Columbus, GA 31902
Phone: (706) 653-3205
Hours: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.