ポリスボックス

noun

police box; police call box

A small roadside booth or box with a direct telephone line to the police, used for reporting emergencies or requesting assistance. Similar to a 交番 (kōban) but typically unmanned and used for communication.

See also: 交番

• 駅えき前まえのポリスボックスから警けい察さつに電でん話わした。

  I called the police from the police box in front of the station.