Can individuals report directly to the criminal police?

Legal analysis: you can report the case directly to the police station or public security bureau in the jurisdiction where the case occurred, or you can report the case through the Internet, SMS, WeChat, etc. The most convenient way is to dial 1 10. As long as you have an ID card, you don't need any documents. When you go to the police station, you just need to tell the police on duty to report the case, and the police will guide you to do the rest.

Legal basis: People's Republic of China (PRC) Public Security Administration Punishment Law Article 77 Public security organs shall promptly accept and register reports, complaints, reports or cases violating public security administration, as well as cases transferred by other administrative departments and judicial organs.