Notification Requirement Satisfied by Calling Police

Under most policies, there is a duty for the insured to notify the police in the event of a theft or vandalism claim. In many instances, the police will refuse to come out to investigate vandalism, or even to assign a case number. What constitutes actual notice? Is a letter to the police department advising them of the loss sufficient?

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