An off-duty firefighter in Washington, D.C. was shot during an attempted robbery, sparking significant concern regarding the delays in the 911 emergency response system. After being shot, the firefighter waited three minutes for 911 to respond before calling his own firehouse for help. This incident has led to the arrest and upgrade of charges against a 17-year-old suspect, accused of using a ghost gun in the shooting. Commentators, including Jeanine Pirro, expressed worries about rising juvenile crime rates and accountability for young offenders. The firefighter, grateful for his survival, recounted the harrowing moments of his experience and praised his colleagues for their swift response, highlighting a troubling aspect of emergency services in the district.