German phrase
Ich habe bereits Anzeige erstattet.
Meaning
I've already filed a police report
When to use it
A report has been filed. It stresses that formal action is already underway.
Example dialogue
Hast du der Polizei schon Bescheid gesagt?
Have you told the police yet?
Ich habe bereits Anzeige erstattet.
I've already filed a police report.