The Distressing Incident
In July 2019, a distressing incident unfolded in a Prairie Village home, involving Catherine McClendall’s eight-year-old son. The young boy, in a desperate attempt to seek help, dialed 911 from his mother’s cell phone. ## The Cross-State Call The call, originating from McClendall’s cell phone, was not confined to the local area. Instead, it was transmitted to a 911 tower located across the state line. This unexpected turn of events highlights the complexities of emergency communication systems and the potential for calls to traverse vast distances.
He saved his mom’s life,” said KCPD spokesman Johnson. ## The Heroic Act of a Young Child On a seemingly ordinary day, a young child’s quick thinking and bravery turned a potentially tragic situation into a life-saving moment.