In a story that quickly warmed hearts and brought smiles all around, a 4-year-old boy named Ben unexpectedly dialed 911 with an unusual request. When the operator answered, she was surprised to hear a small voice on the other end asking, "Can you bring me a giant pizza, please?" At first, the dispatcher thought it might be a prank, but quickly realized it was a sincere call from a very young boy. Concerned that the child may be alone or in need of assistance, she sent officers to check on him.
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When two officers arrived at the boy's house, they found Ben safe and sound, but with a huge smile on his face, eagerly awaiting his “pizza delivery.” Ben’s mother, who had been in another room, was surprised and slightly embarrassed to learn her son had dialed 911 for pizza. She explained to the officers that Ben had just learned about 911 in a school safety lesson, and he thought it could be used for “emergencies”—like pizza cravings!
Understanding that the little boy had only the best intentions, the officers decided to make his day extra special. They contacted a nearby pizzeria and ordered a large pizza, and soon, Ben had the “giant pizza” he’d asked for, delivered by his new police friends. Ben was overjoyed, and the officers used the opportunity to teach him and his mom about the proper uses of 911.
The story quickly spread, and the local police department shared it on social media to remind the community that while 911 is there for real emergencies, they’re always ready to lend a helping hand and share a smile. The officers' kind response showed that a little humor, compassion, and pizza can go a long way in making a lasting connection with the community—even its youngest members.