Rising 911 Hang-Ups: Is Your Smartphone to Blame?
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Verona police have received over 75 unintentional 911 calls in the past nine days, causing a strain on emergency services. The calls are believed to be accidental, likely due to pocket dials or children playing with phones. Police are reminding the public to be mindful of their phones and to lock them when not in use to prevent accidental calls.
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