What does report a crime mean?
report a crime
Definition
To tell the police that a crime has happened, so that they can deal with it.
Example sentences
The line at the police station was out the door when I went to report my stolen bike.
The line at the police station was out the door when I went to report my stolen bike.
You can report a crime online now, so you don't even have to go to the station.
You can report a crime online now, so you don't even have to go to the station.