But detectives gave the recording of the frantic phone conversation a listen. And their trained ears led them to believe the report was an elaborate prank.
Investigators say the call, which tied up 48 officers for more than an hour, is being investigated as a hoax.
Detectives with the Western District Station have taken over the case and are following a few leads, said Lt. James Fredericks, a county police spokesman.
After the alleged "victim" called...
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