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Five-Year-Old Calls Police for Video Game Help

A young boy in Bavaria dialed emergency services, believing officers could assist with his gaming challenge.

  • The incident occurred in Rödental, Bavaria, when a five-year-old used his parents' phone to contact the police.
  • The boy, having learned in kindergarten to call the police in emergencies, sought help when he was stuck in a video game.
  • Police traced the call and arrived at the boy's home, discovering the 'emergency' was related to a video game.
  • Officers handled the situation with humor, noting the boy's misunderstanding of emergency services.
  • The boy's parents were informed about the call, emphasizing the importance of educating children on appropriate emergency situations.
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