7 Signs You Should Call 911 Right Away (And 5 False Alarms)
By
The Captain
March 25, 2021
DON’T CALL: A crime that’s already happened
Many people are keeping the 911 line busy because they call after a crime such as theft, vandalism or a stolen asset has happened. While it may seem logical to do so, you can always alert local authorities by calling the police department of your area, thus using their non-emergency line.
Since a crime has already happened, it means you’re not in an immediate danger – and 911 is only for real emergencies where people’s lives are being put at risk.
Of course, if you find somebody who needs medical assistance after a crime has been committed, you should call the emergency line to request immediate medical assistance.
