Eight-year-old Ryan Crosby sat staring at his math homework, completely frustrated. Desperate for help, he remembered his mom’s advice: “Call 911 if you ever need help.” Taking her words literally, Ryan dialed 911 and asked the operator to help him solve his math problems.
At first, the dispatcher thought it was a prank. But when Ryan mentioned that he was alone at home late at night, she grew concerned. When asked about his mom, Ryan explained she hadn’t been home since he returned from school. Alarmed, the dispatcher quickly traced the call and sent officers to check on him.
