Thames Valley Police released the 999 call to highlight the things you SHOULDN'T phone them for.
Listen to the exchange here:
Facebook Live Announcement - Contact Management!When not to call 999 reason #210 – picking up a ‘putrid’ chicken from Tesco… 🤦🏼 But now we’ve got your attention – keep the 21st October free! As part of International Control Room Week next week, we’re taking over one of our Contact Management Centres to host our next Facebook Live event. So whether you want to know how to become a call taker or you want some control room myth’s busting, get involved! ⏰ 7pm 📆 Thurs 21st October Remember to leave your questions below and we’ll get to as many as we can on the night 👇🏼👇🏼
Posted by Thames Valley Police on Wednesday, October 13, 2021
Police are urging residents to abide by their 'Think before you dial' campaign and leave the 999 line available for genuine emergencies.