Ohio Police Find 91-Year-Old Woman Playing Video Games During Welfare Check
Police in Westlake, Ohio found a 91-year-old woman safe in her home Thursday after she missed welfare check calls because she was playing a bubble pop video game and trying to beat her high score. Officers entered the home when she didn't answer their knock.
Police in Westlake, Ohio got calls Thursday asking them to check on a 91-year-old woman who wasn't answering her phone. Officers went to her home and knocked, but got no response.
When police entered the house, they found the woman completely focused on her phone, playing a bubble pop video game. She was trying to break her previous high score and had been so absorbed in the game that she missed all the phone calls.
The woman was perfectly fine and healthy. Police said everyone involved got a good laugh out of the situation once they realized what had happened.
Welfare checks happen when family members, friends, or neighbors call police because they're worried about someone who isn't responding to calls or messages. These checks help make sure elderly or vulnerable people are safe in their homes.
This heartwarming story shows how video games aren't just for young people. It also highlights how police welfare checks work when family or friends can't reach someone.
No follow-up expected. The woman is safe and the welfare check is complete.
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