Chatham-Kent police have put out a plea to the public to ensure cell phones don't accidentally dial 911.
Police said on Sunday that in the past 24 hours they have received six false 911 calls.
"False 911 calls are continuing to pull officers away from incidents that require their attention," police said in a news release.
"These calls consume considerable resources and police are asking the public to lock the screen of cell phones so they don't accidentally dial 911 in their pocket. If you accidentally dial 911 remain on the line and speak with a call taker."
Police said they assume it is an emergency if someone hangs up after dialing 911.
