The Umlazi Police Station (Umlazi SAPS) numbers are 031 908 0014 and 031 908 0010. In an emergency, call 10111. Umlazi is also served by Bhekithemba SAPS in BB Section, a separate station with its own number, 031 909 9901.
About Umlazi Police Station Number
Umlazi SAPS is the South African Police Service station in V Section. It is often called the Umlazi V police station. Umlazi also has a second station, Bhekithemba SAPS, based in BB Section and often called the BB police station. Each station covers its own set of sections. Your case should be opened at the station that covers the area where the crime happened, but any SAPS station must help you in an emergency.
If you are not sure which station covers your section, call either station and give your full address, including the section letter.
Contact Details and Opening Hours
| Umlazi SAPS | Bhekithemba SAPS | |
|---|---|---|
| Phone | 031 908 0014 / 031 908 0010 | 031 909 9901 |
| Fax | 031 908 0090 | 031 909 9938 |
| [email protected] | [email protected] | |
| Station commander | 031 325 6606 | Not listed |
| Physical address | V 1295 Prince McWayizeni Road, Umlazi | BB 1497 King Ushaka Circle, Umlazi |
| Postal address | PO Box 03, Isipingo, 4170 | Private Bag X01, Isipingo, 4110 |
- Police emergency: 10111
- Emergency from any cellphone: 112
- SAPS Crime Stop (anonymous tip-offs): 08600 10111
Station details from the official SAPS station pages for Umlazi and Bhekithemba, checked 13 September 2026. SAPS does not list opening hours on these pages. Police station community service centres take emergencies and new cases at any time, but services such as certifying documents or taking fingerprints may be limited at night, so call ahead for non-urgent visits.
Services Available
- Reporting crimes and opening a case (you receive a CAS case number)
- Reporting lost or stolen items, including ID documents and cellphones, for insurance or replacement
- Commissioning affidavits and certifying copies of documents
- Taking fingerprints for police clearance certificate applications
- Help in domestic violence emergencies (protection orders themselves are applied for at the magistrate’s court)
- Reporting missing persons: there is no waiting period, report immediately
Documents, Requirements and Fees
- Bring your ID book, smart ID card, passport or driver’s licence.
- For a certified copy, bring the original document and a clear photocopy. SAPS does not charge for certifying copies or commissioning affidavits.
- For a stolen phone, bring the IMEI number, found on the box or by dialling *#06#.
- For an insurance claim, ask for the case number and the investigating officer’s details before you leave.
Police clearance certificates are processed by the SAPS Criminal Record Centre, and a fee applies. Check the current amount and payment method on the SAPS website before you go.
How to Access the Service
- Emergency: call 10111 or 112 and give your section letter, house number and a nearby landmark.
- Opening a case: go to the community service centre at the station that covers the area where the crime happened.
- Following up: call the station with your CAS number and ask for the investigating officer.
- Complaints about police service: ask to speak to the station commander, or contact IPID for serious misconduct.
Anonymous tips can be given to Crime Stop on 08600 10111 or through the MySAPS app.
Address, Directions and Transport
Umlazi SAPS is at V 1295 Prince McWayizeni Road in V Section, and Bhekithemba SAPS is at BB 1497 King Ushaka Circle in BB Section. Both are reachable by minibus taxi from the main routes through the township. See the V Section guide, the BB Section guide and the Umlazi Map. For other government offices see Public Services in Umlazi, or browse Local Services in Umlazi.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Umlazi police station number?
Umlazi SAPS can be reached on 031 908 0014 or 031 908 0010. For emergencies call 10111.
What is the Bhekithemba police station number?
Bhekithemba SAPS in BB Section is on 031 909 9901, according to the official SAPS station page.
Where is the Umlazi police station?
Umlazi SAPS is at V 1295 Prince McWayizeni Road, V Section, Umlazi.
Is the BB police station the same as Umlazi SAPS?
No. The station in BB Section is Bhekithemba SAPS, a separate station at BB 1497 King Ushaka Circle.
Is there a police station in GG Section?
SAPS does not list a station called GG. Parts of Umlazi are covered by Umlazi SAPS and others by Bhekithemba SAPS, so call either station with your address to confirm.