911

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In Morgan’s case, though, local police had access to all of their own evidence, including 911 call logs, witness statements, cellphone footage, and surveillance-camera footage.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

Their two teenage children were home at the time and called 911, according to police.

From Salon • Apr. 16, 2026

The couple’s son called 911 shortly after midnight Thursday, police said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 16, 2026

Unlike police drones dispatched after a 911 call, Mithril’s machines lie dormant in ceiling-mounted boxes, charging until a threat arrives.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

He had reception, but what could he tell the 911 operator?

From "An Abundance of Katherines" by John Green