But you did not tell 911 you shot him.jbarn wrote:Texsquatch wrote:In another side discussion, I was told that it was best to remain on the line with 911, stay in a safe place/room, give 911 a good description of yourself, only secure gun and open doors when you confirm police have arrived.
That being said, I would also give them as much detail of the robber and definitely explain that shots were fired. I'm sure the 911 calls would be played in any trial/lawsuit, so I would want to be as honest as possible in such a difficult situation.
I would NEVER stay on the phone with 911. Everything you say and is heard on that call can be used in court. How many times did we hear the Zimmerman 911 call?
"911, there has been an attempted robbery/ murder, whatever, and there has been a shooting. Please send the police and EMS. My name is Jbarn and I am wearing_______" CLICK.
Next call to attorney
911 is trained to try to keep you on the phone. They will ask you questions, questions that the answers to can be used against you in court. Being involved in a deadly force encounter is traumatic. I don't care how tough one thinks they are. You will like have suffered auditory exclusion, time distortion, tunnel vision, and have a distorted perception of the events immediately after the incident.
When the police arrive I will tell them I called, point out the person who attacked me and tell them I will press charges. (even if it is likely the person is deceased) Then I will tell them I would prefer to not make a statement until I consult with my attorney. I will otherwise fully cooperate.
Keith B wrote: You want to let them know you did it, and you explained why in the call. That way it is recorded.
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