Teen Calls CPS on Family: Savior or Meddler? 😱

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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.

A Troubled Past 🌪️

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A Complicated Family Tree 🌳

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Finding a New Home 🏠

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Keeping an Eye on Siblings 👀

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A Sudden Loss 💔

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Taking Action 📞

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The Aftermath 😳

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Facing Criticism 😔

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Defending Her Actions 🛡️

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Emma's Doubts 💭

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Update: Baby Sister Arrives 🎀

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Emma Apologizes 🙏

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Parents' Reaction 🤗

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Birth Aunt's Accusations 😡

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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 👏

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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 👏

heckyouyourself | heckyouyourself

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