'Spider in hallway': Shocking examples of timewasting 999 emergency calls https://www.itv.com/news/london/2025-11-04/spider-in-hallway-shocking-examples-of-timewasting-999-emergency-calls | ITV London

A lost phone is not an emergency police matter 🚨 You should only call 999 if there is a crime in progress or immediate danger to life. To raise awareness of the misuse of the 999-emergency line, we are releasing a series of calls to the public. 📞Our call handlers work tirelessly to help members of the public who urgently need help. Please do not waste resources on non-police matters by calling the 999-emergency number. You can report a lost or stolen phone online 💻 If you want to report a non