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Report a crime in Barakaldo

In Barakaldo you can file a denuncia at the Policía Municipal station (open 24 hours), the Ertzaintza sub-station, or the court; emergencies: 112. The council’s page says a denuncia cannot be filed online through it. The Ertzaintza also takes some reports online, but only with an electronic certificate.

Why it matters
A denuncia is usually needed for insurance and replacing stolen documents.
When
Something is stolen, you are the victim of a crime or you lose documents in Barakaldo.
Last checked
27 Oct 2026

Cost: Free.

What you need

Steps

  1. Emergency
    Call 112.
  2. Go to a place that takes denuncias
    Policía Municipal, C/ Lasesarre 16, open 24 hours; Ertzaintza sub-station, C/ Juan Sebastián Elkano 22; or the court at Plaza Bide Onera. At the court or sub-station you file before an official or officer, or through a lawyer.
  3. File orally or in writing
    Describe the incident and an officer writes it down, or bring a written complaint.
  4. Or report some things to the Ertzaintza online
    The Ertzaintza page says the online report needs a valid electronic certificate; without one, go in person with an appointment. Online is only for thefts without violence, intimidation or force, damage to property, and fraudulent card charges.

Where

Tips

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