Man Dies After 911 Call Mistaken for 'Pocket Dial'​ | Patch PM

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Man Dies After 911 Call Mistaken for 'Pocket Dial'

For 24 seconds last April, the 911 emergency dispatcher waited to hear something -- anything. What she got was nothing.

So she ended the call, which came from a cell phone, assuming it was a so-called "pocket dial."

Apparently, it wasn't -- and three days later, 56-year-old Robert Paulus was found dead of an apparent heart attack. Seeing he had called 911, family members requested an inquiry. >>> Read more.

The Check: BBQ King Opening Eatery, Fundraiser After Restaurant Fire, Mega Brewfest Planned

More recent news on the dining scene, with announcements of new restaurants coming to the region, a beer garden in the works for Arlington, a fundraiser for a restaurant that caught fire on the day it reopened in Alexandria, a BBQ master's plans to open an eatery, plus a mega brewfest planned in Lorton.>>> Read more.

POSTPONED: Super Slip ‘n Slide Block Party in Tysons Rescheduled

• The thousand­‐foot slide travels the country all summer giving residents a break from the heat.

Amber Alert: Baby Girl Abducted in Northern Virginia, Police Say

• Police have issued a photo of the alleged abductor, the baby's mom, with a description of vehicle. Last seen in Annandale Wednesday morning.

TVs, Speakers, Comfy Shoes and More: The Best Deals After Amazon Prime Day

• If you still have some stamina left after yesterday's big day, check out what's available today.

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