In a nerve-racking incident that transpired in November 2011 in Colorado Springs, a woman found herself caught in the scare of a potential home invasion. As two suspicious men approached her home with ill intent, she intuitively sought refuge in a closet, hoping to stay hidden while contacting emergency services.
Fortunately, upon discovering her presence in the house, the two men retreated hastily, leaving her relatively unscathed but severely shaken by the ordeal.
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Here is the rundown of her frantic 911 call:
[Emergency Call Transcription]
Male Operator: "Colorado Springs 911, what is the address of your emergency?"
Caller: "4202 Marlo Circle. Two men have just crossed my fence. They're trying to get into my house."
The caller, identified as Maggie, managed to give a quick description of the two intruders - one in a red jumpsuit and the other in a blue and white hoodie. She warned the dispatcher that one man had already broken the glass, indicating a forced entry into her house.
Working to keep Maggie calm while notifying the authorities swiftly, the operator assured her that help was on the way. As the men made their way into the house, she was asked some critical questions, such as the presence of any weapons and her immediate safety.
Replying to this, Maggie confirmed her location inside a closet, her voice palpably expressing fear. Nevertheless, she cooperated with the operator, providing real-time updates, being particularly helpful in narrating the burglars' retreat when they spotted the arriving police officers.
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Keeping a steady eye on the unfolding scenario, she reported the men's escape, highlighting their direction towards an apartment complex across the street. Despite the impending threat, she had the presence of mind to mention the entry of the man in the red jumpsuit into the Summit Apartment, offering essential details for the police to follow up on.
[End of Transcription]
Indeed, the prompt response and critical updates from Maggie played a crucial role in alerting and guiding the police during the crisis, proving the age-old advice that 'hiding and calling 911' is a smart choice when safety is on the line.
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