Comments on: Boy’s 911 Call Saves His Family

By: Samantha@IW

Samantha@IW — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 12:27:59 +0000

This is horrifying to listen to. That poor baby- so glad he was able to think clearly and do this. Its amazing when you think about it. I have taught my child about 911 but there’s a fine line in teaching preparedness and scaring her to death. So glad they are all okay.

By: Anya@IW

Anya@IW — Mon, 15 Mar 2010 03:25:20 +0000

Ann, 1-9-1, cute!

I just saw this story on CNN. I can’t believe this little boy is 7. Wow.

I agree that I could never be a 911 dispatcher either. The young woman who took the call was amazing.

So glad this had a happy ending.

By: Ann

Ann — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 14:44:30 +0000

He is a hero! What a defining moment for this boy. He saved his entire family (and a few deranged thugs from a murder charge.) God bless him. My heart was racing when I listened. I could never be a 911 dispatcher. They keep emotion toned down so well.

On a related note, I overheard a young school girl threaten to call “1-9-1″ on some boys who were teasing her. THAT is the teachable moment! I had to tell her she needs to start with the “9″ if she ever really needs the police because no one answers at “1-9-1.”

By: Lily@IW

Lily@IW — Sat, 13 Mar 2010 03:54:22 +0000

Oh that’s amazing, but so hard to listen to the terror in that little boy’s voice. He was so brave and he even grabbed his little sister and took her w/him in the bathroom? Thank goodness they are all safe.

By: Jeff

Jeff — Fri, 12 Mar 2010 21:43:13 +0000

These are the type of stories that tug at your heart. I hope they find these thugs and throw the book at them. We taught our boys how to call 911 and was shocked to see it worked as our 10 year old called them (with his buddy) and we received a call back asking if everything was OK! Sometimes good intentions end up backfiring as inquisitive children find their way.
Someday this young man will realize how he may have saved the lives of his entire family. What a strong child.