Chicago mother left waiting for hours for assistance after two masked intruders break into her home

A Chicago mom was left waiting for hours for help after calling 911 during a terrifying break-in at her home. Michelle, who encountered two masked intruders, called the emergency hotline six times, only to be told by dispatchers that there were no units available due to severe budget cuts in the city.

The dispatch supervisor recommended that Michelle call her local representative to demand more police funding and even asked if she had a weapon to defend herself. The two intruders were caught on her security camera climbing over a fence and entering her home, but fled when they saw her inside.

Despite Michelle and a neighbor chasing after the men, it took an hour and a half and six phone calls before officers finally arrived at her home. The delay was attributed to the city’s lackluster police department funding, according to the dispatch supervisor.

While frustrated with the slow response, Michelle followed the advice to contact her alderman’s office to request more resources for the police department. The alderman, Daniel La Spata, expressed support for improving police resources in the area to ensure the safety of residents.

The incident highlights the challenges faced by residents in cities with limited police resources and the importance of adequate funding for law enforcement agencies to respond promptly to emergencies.