I want to file a report.
de-NOON-cha — the 'ci' makes a soft 'ch' sound as in 'church'.
Use at the police station when you are ready to formally report a crime. This phrase triggers the officer to begin the official intake process.
A denuncia is a formal complaint or criminal report. It creates an official record and is legally binding — making a false denuncia is itself a crime in Italy.
Devo sporgere denuncia.
I need to file a formal complaint.
'Sporgere denuncia' is the standard legal verb phrase.
Vorrei fare una dichiarazione.
I would like to make a statement.
Used when you are a witness rather than a victim.
Devo denunciare un furto.
I need to report a theft.
Specifies the type of crime directly.
Italian police stations typically have a sportello (counter) dedicated to denunce. Bring your passport or identity document — officers must record your identity before accepting a formal report.