911

Example Sentences

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He called 911 twice to report the blaze, but said nothing about how it started, according to evidence presented in a downtown federal courthouse Thursday morning.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

His primary attorney Steve Haney contends that the fire was instead set off by people using fireworks, and that his client was a "Good Samaritan" who called 911 a total of 17 times.

From Barron's • Jun. 8, 2026

“Based on what is happening currently with emergency services like 911 in L.A., there needs to be something that can supplement that system, because we’re seeing that it’s not working,” he said.

From Slate • Jun. 3, 2026

Valencia’s cellphone was found in working order, and he never called 911 for help, according to Wenrick.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 1, 2026

Hers was the British accent on the 911 tape.

From "Silent To The Bone" by E.L. Konigsburg