Last week, a 5-year-old named Charlie called 911 (the Mesa Police Department) in search of McDonald’s, and asked for a Happy Meal before hanging up.

“Do you have an emergency?” dispatcher Anthony Bonilla asked in audio footage released by the department. “One Mc-Happy Meal,” Charlie responded before ending the call. In a follow-up call to the household, Bonilla told the boy’s father Randy Skabelund that an officer would soon arrive for a welfare check and that he’d perhaps stop by Mickey D’s beforehand.

Fifteen minutes later, Officer Randolph Valedez arrived to speak with Charlie — with the requested McDonald’s in hand. “He said, ‘I brought you a Happy Meal but before I give it to you, we need to talk about the right time to call 911,’” Charlie’s mom, Kim Skabelund, said. “Officer Valdez was wonderful. He handled the situation with such love and kindness and really touched our hearts.”

“We were completely surprised and a little embarrassed,” she admitted, telling Inside Edition that her son now clearly understands that he should tell his parents not 911 if he’s craving McDonald’s. Kim said she was also surprised to realize that her young son likely ordered the meal for his older sister, Jadyn.

Mesa Police Department later shared the story on Facebook, where it has since gone viral with over 1,500 likes and 360 shares. In a sweet image captured by Charlie’s mom, the boy was all smiles as he posed with the Happy Meal and his new friend, Officer Valdez. “Awesome to see a PD turn this ‘accident’ into a learning moment with a treat, too! Thank you for caring,” one commenter wrote.

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1. Why did Charlie call 911 last week?

A    Because his older sister Jadyn ate his Happy Meal.

B    Because he hoped to make an order for McDonald’s.

C    Because he asked 911 the way to get to McDonald’s.

D    Because a police officer promised to give him a Happy Meal.

2. Who personally delivered McDonald’s to Charlie?

A    Kim Skabelund.

B    Officer Valdez.

C    Anthony Bonilla.

D    Randy Skabelund.

3. What is the purpose of the policeman offering Charlie a Happy Meal?

A    To keep a track of Charlie’s neighbour’s activities.

B    To ensure the safety of Charlie and his older sister.

C    To teach Charlie a lesson about the proper time to call 911.

D    To investigate a suspect associated with Charlie’s father.

4. Charlie’s parents expressed the feelings except _____.

A    surprise

B    pity

C    appreciation

D    embarrassment

5. What can we learn from the touching story?

A    Valdez and Bonilla showed no compassion and concern for Charlie.

B    Charlie shares the importance of 911 with kindergartners later on.

C    It’s another example of the importance of Mesa Police Department.

D    It will leave a lasting impression on Charlie and the rest of Mesa community.