Doorbell rang in the middle of the night
@rosekiss (30380)
Eugene, Oregon
September 18, 2015 10:15am CST
I was in a deep sleep, when all of a sudden, my pomeranian, started barking feriously, and ran into the living room. I was about to tell her to stop barking, when I heard the doorbell then too. I didn't know who it was, so I yelled out , and asked who it was. When I heard police department, I was frantic, as I didn't know what to think. I opened the door, and there stood four officers, and the whole enchilada. Police cars, paramedic truck and fire engine. Basically, what it was, they had heard an alarm, or what they thought was an alarm coming from the garage. I told them it wasn't an alarm, as it was an old smoke detector, that was beeping. I couldn't figure out how to get the battery out, so I throught it in the garbage. Well, it went nuts, and wouldn't stop beeping. Anyway, they werre concerned that something had happened, as they were called by the neighbors. I was glad they were there, but also, so embarrassed, as it was a false alarm. It did make me feel good though, that they thought enough of me to come and see if I was okay. I told them thank you, and I was glad they were there, and they were very glad it was a false alarm. In the light of all the police officer shootings lately, it was a very good thing that they were good cops who were willing to help if necessary. At least I know, that God forbid anything happen, that I can count of them being here for me.
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@kevin1877uk (36988)
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18 Sep 15
Oh wow amazing story, glad it was a false alarm.
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@jstory07 (134441)
• Roseburg, Oregon
18 Sep 15
That would be scarey to see police people at your door in the middle of the night.
@rosekiss (30380)
• Eugene, Oregon
18 Sep 15
It was, as my first thought was what did I dowrong? That is the first time that has happened, and I hope it doesn't happen again. It was very scary, and afterwards, I had a hard time going back to sleep.
@rosekiss (30380)
• Eugene, Oregon
19 Sep 15
It was very embarrassing, that is for sure. I was embarrassed telling them what the beeping noise was. I am not sure what they thought, all I know is thery were glad it wasn't serious or that I got hurt. I am just wondering how many of those kinds of calls they get? I bet not many.
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@birjudanak (14319)
• India
6 Dec 15
its really good service there and also good neighbor that who think for you and ask to police to come and see whats happened.and its also good that it was false because if there is thief then may be you are in trouble or he stole something. but good work of police that come in quick time.
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@rosekiss (30380)
• Eugene, Oregon
6 Dec 15
@birjudanak Even though it was nothing to worry about, the fact that they came to my door, does show me they take their job seriously.
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@birjudanak (14319)
• India
6 Dec 15
@rosekiss yes this is really good service that they come at first ring and care for citizen,its not seen at every where while call police and they come imminently, they prove that they are good officer.
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@TexanTornado (5573)
• United States
19 Sep 15
Oh wow. That was thoughtful of the neighbors who called in a report for you, and the officers responding to the call. However, did you get at least one of them to tend to the alarm for you?
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@rosekiss (30380)
• Eugene, Oregon
20 Sep 15
@TexanTornado Actually, after they left, I did laugh about it as I thought it was funny and embarrassing. I got my laugh early that day.
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@TexanTornado (5573)
• United States
19 Sep 15
@rosekiss Oh ok. Well, at least you got rid of the beeping. I am sure you were embarrassed, but being an outsider it sounds kind of funny.
I am sure you were embarrassed, but being an outsider it sounds kind of funny.1 person likes this
@rosekiss (30380)
• Eugene, Oregon
22 Sep 15
Once I put it in the garbage dumpster, I never heard it anymore, but the neighbors did. That is why the police were called. At least I can rely on them when I need them.
That is why the police were called. At least I can rely on them when I need them.
@GreatMartin (23677)
• Ft. Lauderdale, Florida
22 Sep 15
Police do a lot more good than bad but people forget that.
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@rosekiss (30380)
• Eugene, Oregon
22 Sep 15
That is true, and in the light of the plice involved shootings, it is really nice to see police do their job and care enough to be there.
@Tampa_girl7 (48929)
• United States
20 Sep 15
It is good to know that they would come if it had been an emergency.
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@rosekiss (30380)
• Eugene, Oregon
20 Sep 15
that is what I am thinking too. Not that I am glad they came, because it was embarrassing, it is just that i know I can count on them if I ever need them.
@BACONSTRIPSXXX (14351)
• West Haven, Connecticut
5 Jan 16
Better safe than sorry, and atleast your neighbors are attentive lol
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@rosekiss (30380)
• Eugene, Oregon
5 Jan 16
That they certainly are.I was glad that they came even though it was really nothing. It just goes to show that they were concerned for my welfare, and wanted to make sure that nothing had happened to me. For that, I will alwasy be grateful.
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@rosekiss (30380)
• Eugene, Oregon
5 Jan 16
@BACONSTRIPSXXX All of us prtty much keep to ourselves, but we all do look out for each other, and that is a great thing.
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@BACONSTRIPSXXX (14351)
• West Haven, Connecticut
5 Jan 16
@rosekiss Indeed, I wish my neighbors were half as nice and caring lol
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@Shellyann36 (11385)
• United States
20 Sep 15
It is great that your neighbors and the police responded as such. Are you close to your neighbors? It helps when folks help each other out. Glad nothing was seriously wrong. A great story to tell to friends and family.
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@rosekiss (30380)
• Eugene, Oregon
20 Sep 15
Actually, I don't really talk to my neighbors, but the one next door to me came to my door the day before and said she heard the alarm and wondered what it was. I told her, but I thihk she may have told the police which is fine too.
@sprite1950 (30453)
• Corsham, England
19 Sep 15
That would have scared me too! I've had police come looking for my son in the middle of the night as he's a bit of a bad boy but as you say at least they were looking out for you.
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