Can I call the police if my car was scratched and the person ran away?

[DeJulian]

You can call the police if your car was scratched and the person ran away. Vehicles are considered private property, and malicious damage to private property can be resolved by reporting to the police. Intentionally damaging public or private property with minor amounts or circumstances constitutes a general violation of the law. According to the Public Security Administration Punishment Law, the offender may be subject to detention or a warning, fined separately or in combination, and ordered to compensate for the losses. If private property is maliciously damaged, strong evidence should be gathered, such as checking nearby surveillance cameras, to conduct thorough investigation and evidence collection. After filing a lawsuit in court, the losses will be assessed by a court-appointed evaluation agency for compensation.