Running out of milk? Roommate ate your food? Store won't let you return used boots? These are not legit reasons to call 911, RCMP say.
As the new year begins, RCMP are reminding the public that 911 is not a prank hotline or a way to make non-emergency requests.We deliver the local news you need in these turbulent times on weekdays at 3 p.m.By clicking on the sign up button you consent to receive the above newsletter from Postmedia Network Inc. You may unsubscribe any time by clicking on the unsubscribe link at the bottom of our emails or any newsletter. Postmedia Network Inc.
— A caller who asked the 911 operator if they knew the name of a “polite” officer who had once served in their community; the caller wanted an update about the officer’s family. — A caller who wanted RCMP to sort out a disagreement after their roommate ate their $65 fast food order.
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