A 14-year-old girl, adopted from foster care at age 6, found herself in a moral dilemma when her birth grandmother passed away. Concerned for her 3-year-old sister's safety, she decided to call Child Protective Services (CPS) on her birth family. Her actions have sparked a heated debate: did she do the right thing, or was she just meddling in a grieving family's affairs? 😰 Let's dive into the story.
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Internet Divided: Hero or Heartless? 💔
This brave 14-year-old girl took matters into her own hands when her birth grandmother passed away, fearing for her 3-year-old sister's safety. She called CPS, which led to her sister being removed from her birth mother's home. While her adoptive sister, Emma, initially criticized her decision, she later apologized after realizing the gravity of the situation. Their parents expressed gratitude, but advised her to come to them with concerns in the future. The internet is divided: is she a hero for protecting her sister, or heartless for calling CPS on her grieving birth family? Let's see what people have to say about this emotional rollercoaster. 😢
NTA. Calling CPS was the right thing to do 👏
lightwoodorchestra | lightwoodorchestra
NTA for calling CPS to protect sister from unsafe home 👏
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NTA for calling CPS after grandma's death, child's safety matters 🙌
SquirrelQueen13 | SquirrelQueen13
NTA saves sister's life? 😱
coldgator | coldgator
Teen takes action to protect vulnerable sister from drug-addicted mother. 💪
Moggetti | Moggetti
Protective teen calls CPS on family, hailed as a hero 👏
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Teen calls CPS on family and is praised for saving sibling 👏
newaxcounr | newaxcounr
NTA for calling CPS to check on your sister 👏
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NTA stands up for child welfare, sparks debate. 👏
maggienetism | maggienetism
NTA for calling CPS to protect sister's well-being. 👏
annadownya | annadownya
Nursing student reports child safety concern, CPS validates concern. NAH* 👏
SapphireRah | SapphireRah
👍 Older sister calls out family, praised for protecting siblings.
terpsichorebook | terpsichorebook
Being the oldest sibling isn't easy 😢 But you did the right thing 👍
astralstellary | astralstellary
NTA calls CPS on family, sparks investigation. 😎
phdoofus | phdoofus
Teen calls CPS on family, deemed NTA by commenters 👏
TheHammerandSizzel | TheHammerandSizzel
Teen calls CPS on family to protect baby sister 🙌
imstressed444 | imstressed444
Sister's tough decision to call CPS for three-year-old sister 😢
Medievalmoomin | Medievalmoomin
Compassionate comment recognizes good intentions and lack of malice. NAH 🙌
conuly | conuly
NTA makes valid points, sister needs empathy but not exemption. 👍
WilhelmHaverhill | WilhelmHaverhill
Sibling saves sister from addiction, NTA wins the day! 👏
ShellSwitch | ShellSwitch
👏 NTA, commenter did the right thing by calling CPS.
crickanda | crickanda
Teen calls CPS on family for baby's safety. NTA.
pablo5280 | pablo5280
Doing the right thing 👍 by reporting a safeguarding concern 🙌
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👏 Courageous teen praised for calling CPS on family. #NTA
Suniskys | Suniskys
Former addict praises OP for calling CPS on using bio mom 👏
PhuckedinPhilly | PhuckedinPhilly
NTA stands up for child welfare, but will CPS intervene? 🤔
theyoungreezy | theyoungreezy
This commenter thinks the teen is a hero! 💪
whittenaw | whittenaw
Impeccable moral fortitude! 👏 NTA 1000%. 💪
Trashbat8 | Trashbat8
Protecting sister from troubled birth mother. NTA 👏
1931-babyface | 1931-babyface
NTA. Calling CPS was necessary to protect your sister. 💪
InvisibleShadow2U | InvisibleShadow2U
14-year-old calls CPS on family, hailed as wise and mature 😎
VladimirPutinmate | VladimirPutinmate
Teen saves sister from drug environment, NTA 💪
usernametoolong | usernametoolong
Mature teen calls CPS on sister for child's safety 🙌
librarymoth | librarymoth
👍 NTA comment receives agreement for calling CPS on family
ConfusedFanGirl0502 | ConfusedFanGirl0502
NTA saves child from potential abuse. CPS removal justified. 💪
Turing45 | Turing45
👍 Teen's decision to call CPS receives support
wacko-warlock | wacko-warlock
Courageous teen saves baby sister from bad situation. NTA 👏
mrsmoondawg1 | mrsmoondawg1
Sibling love wins: Teen calls CPS to protect baby sister 💛
Sora20XX | Sora20XX
Commenter is not the a-hole, but why? 🤔
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NTA. CPS takes information and acts on it after investigation 👍
YourLocalMosquito | YourLocalMosquito
Commenter is NTA, but where are the juicy replies? 🤔
bizianka | bizianka
👏 Teen's intervention possibly prevented tragedy. NTA.
spilat12 | spilat12
Compassionate teen calls CPS on family. NTA, kudos deserved 👏
ChellyBelldandy | ChellyBelldandy
Former foster child defends teen's CPS call. NTA 👏
Leightybug098 | Leightybug098
👏 NTA prioritizes child safety over family discomfort. Bravo!
curiousbelgian | curiousbelgian
NTA. You were looking out for your younger sister 👍
Imaginary-Squirrel-6 | Imaginary-Squirrel-6
Being responsible and putting safety first 👍
spitkitty666 | spitkitty666
NTA. CPS found her unsafe. You're an EXCELLENT big sister 👏
goshyarnit | goshyarnit
Commenter praises OP for saving sister from abuse and neglect 👏
jmkul | jmkul
Let CPS do their job, NTA for reporting concerns 👍
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Calling CPS on family is tough but NTA did right 👍
BurrSugar | BurrSugar
Social worker confirms: NTA for calling CPS. 👏
itsbeckyno | itsbeckyno
Big sister calls CPS: hero or meddler? 🤔
Evelynn92 | Evelynn92
Calling CPS on drug-using birth mother: NTA, but tough situation 😕
Brandwhal | Brandwhal
Compassionate 14-year-old saves baby sister. NTA 👏
fuzz | fuzz
Protective teen calls CPS on family to save little sister 😊
floss147 | floss147
👏 Courageous move! NTA for reporting child endangerment. Well done!
gringaellie | gringaellie
Empowering response to NTA comment 💪
lilpigperez | lilpigperez
👏 Standing up for your sister and making tough choices. #NTA
Odd_Grape | Odd_Grape
Supportive comment applauding CPS intervention in family situation. 💪
esw7178 | esw7178
Reasonable suspicion justifies CPS intervention for child welfare. 👍
kbn911 | kbn911
Honesty is key. Share hurtful details to prevent romanticizing past.
Crolleen | Crolleen
👍 Teen saves 3yr old from potential trauma. NTA
JLL1111 | JLL1111
NTA for calling CPS, state took action for a reason 👏
youm3ddlingkids | youm3ddlingkids
Commenter defends teen's decision to call CPS on family.
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Being a savior or a meddler? NTA did the right thing 👍
RedHairedKitsune | RedHairedKitsune
Brave teen saves baby sister from unsafe home environment. 💪
HRHDechessNapsaLot | HRHDechessNapsaLot
Compassionate teen calls CPS on abusive family. NTA 👏
lanuevachicaobond007 | lanuevachicaobond007
Teacher praises OP for calling CPS, highlights legal obligation to report.
stillpacing | stillpacing
Supportive comment to a 14-year-old who called CPS for her sister's safety. Encourages her to seek help from her parents and report hateful aunt. ❤️
lifeofyou | lifeofyou
CPS investigator urges to call CPS if in doubt 👍
kristinbugg922 | kristinbugg922
👍 Standing up for younger siblings. NTA.
Bookaholicforever | Bookaholicforever
Sweet child calls CPS to protect sister. 😍
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👏 Teen's mature actions save child's life. NTA.
LunarHare82 | LunarHare82
Commenter is not the a**hole, but why? 🤔
Suckonmysycamore | Suckonmysycamore
👍 NTA praised for calling CPS on family
Snail_jousting | Snail_jousting
Emma doesn't get it. NTA for saving your sister 👏
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