How to File a Police Report for Assault and Battery by a Security Guard

Unfortunately, suffering physical harm at the hands of security guards is not something uncommon. Security guards often abuse their position and wrongfully attack innocent people or even use excessive force while restraining suspects. Regardless of the specific situation, it is possible for security guards to negligently cause severe harm to others. Although every situation is different, affected parties could suffer a number of injuries, which could include some of the following: head injuries; traumatic brain injuries; neck injuries; back injuries; facial fractures; facial lacerations; fractured ribs; contusions; abrasions; scrapes; bruises; lacerations; etc.

Regardless of the specific injuries resulting from an incident involving a security guard, it is important that you understand that you might have grounds to sue. One of the most important things to do after an incident is to file a police report as soon as possible. Consider some of the common questions discussed below:

Can I file a police report if I was beaten up, attacked, harmed, or punched, by a security guard?

Yes, you could file a police report if you were attacked and harmed by a security guard. In fact, you definitely should file a police report. You should file your police report as soon as possible. This may be immediately after the incident, while you are at the hospital, or even a few days after the incident. The most important thing is that you file your police report to have an official record that the incident happened.

Can I file in person?

Typically, police reports are filed in person. This could be either immediately after the incident (given that the authorities are called to the scene) or even after the incident (if the victim goes into the police station). In some cases, a police officer might actually come to you whether you are at a hospital or at your home to take down the police report.

Can I file online?

Most police departments have an option that allows for people to file police reports online. In some cases, only certain types of reports can be filed online, so it is important to check directly with your local police department to confirm whether they take reports of assault and battery online. If your police department does take these reports online, you will likely need to provide a details description of the incident, including the date, time, and location of the incident, along with photographs, for instance.

Can I file over the phone?

Only some incidents can be reported over the phone. Again, the types of incidents that can be reported over the phone will likely vary depending on the police department. If your condition prevents you from filing your report in person or online, it is likely that your local police department can begin the report over the phone and follow-up at a later time.