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In an unexpected twist that has left many questioning emergency response priorities, a Georgia homeowner’s urgent call for help during a break-in was put on hold while the 911 dispatcher ordered breakfast from McDonald’s. This shocking incident, which occurred on February 14, 2025, highlights growing concerns about emergency service reliability in Chatham County.
When a 911 call takes a back seat to fast food
Dylan Johnson was at work when he received a distressing call from his wife. She frantically informed him that an intruder had broken into their home. Acting quickly, Johnson dialed 911 to report the emergency and request immediate police assistance. What should have been a straightforward emergency call turned into a frustrating ordeal that has since raised serious questions about emergency response protocols.
“After three separate calls and waiting nearly six minutes, I finally got through to a dispatcher,” Johnson recalled. “Then I couldn’t believe my ears when I heard her placing a McDonald’s order while I was trying to report a break-in at my home.”…