When multiple mysterious 911 calls came in from a home, dispatchers knew something wasn’t right. But what they uncovered was a chilling reminder of how vulnerable our elderly loved ones can be — especially when the threat comes from inside the family.
📱 The caller — later identified as Robert Skaggs — seemed confused and couldn’t explain why he kept dialing 911. He mentioned seeing officers with flashlights in his yard, only to later claim he didn’t see anyone. Suspecting possible drug impairment, dispatchers looked up the address and discovered something troubling:
⚠️ There was an active protection order in place against Skaggs, meant to protect his elderly mother.
🚔 Deputies rushed to the home. After initially refusing to answer the door, Skaggs finally stepped out onto the back porch — and was promptly taken into custody.
He was booked into the Scioto County Jail for violating a protection order, a serious offense — especially considering Skaggs’ long rap sheet, which includes:
- Aggravated menacing (earlier this month)
- Burglary
- Weapons under disability
- OVI
- Driving under suspension
- Disorderly conduct
🔁 In the menacing case, the victim later asked to drop the charges — a common but dangerous pattern when abusers are family members.
🛡️ How Elders Can Protect Themselves from Threats at Home:
- File a protection order if you’re in danger — even from family.
- Don’t hesitate to call 911 if that person violates the order.
- Let trusted friends or neighbors know about your situation.
- Install cameras or alarm systems if possible.
- Work with local agencies like Adult Protective Services for added support.
👏 Hats off to dispatchers for trusting their instincts and to deputies for acting fast to protect someone who couldn’t protect herself.
👵 Remember: Blood doesn’t guarantee safety. If you’re in danger — even from your own child — you have every right to be safe.