911 Dispatcher Criticized: A dispatcher is under scrutiny for mocking a drowning woman during a 911 call, highlighting concerns over professionalism in emergency services.
Incident Details: Deborah Stephens, delivering newspapers in Fort Smith, called 911 after her car was swept into a creek at 4:30 a.m. Rescuers struggled to locate her due to the dispatcher’s dismissive remarks.
Dispatcher’s Departure: The dispatcher had submitted her two weeks’ notice prior to the incident, and officials stated that no formal investigation could occur since she is no longer employed.
