Babysitter’s Dilemma: Ignored the Cops, Lost the Job!

Ever been in a situation where your past experiences and instincts collide head-on with societal norms? This is a tale of a college student who found herself in such a predicament. Babysitting to earn some extra cash, she found herself in an unfamiliar neighborhood, looking after two young kids. Then, the unexpected happened – gunshots, sirens, and a knock on the door from the police. What did she do? Well, let’s just say her reaction was not what you’d typically expect… ‍♂️

A Babysitting Gig Gone Wrong

Fireworks or Gunshots?

A Knock on the Door ‍♂️

A Fear Rooted in the Past

A Lesson Learned Early ‍♂️

An Unfamiliar Territory

The Unexpected Confrontation

A Job Lost, A Lesson Learned?

A Babysitter’s Dilemma: To Open or Not to Open? ‍♂️

In a world where we’re constantly told to trust and respect the law enforcement, this babysitter’s story serves as a stark reminder that not all experiences are universal. Growing up in a country where the police were seen as a threat, she carried her fear and skepticism into her new life in America. When the sirens wailed and the police knocked on the door one fateful night, she chose to stay silent, prioritizing the safety of the children she was babysitting. But her decision was met with outrage by the children’s mother, leading to a heated confrontation and the loss of her job. But was she wrong to act on her instincts? Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation… ️‍♀️

Different perspectives on police behavior in different countries

NTA: Babysitter’s cautious response to potential police impersonators sparks discussion

NTA: Rich people’s view of cops vs outsiders. No obligation to answer door, didn’t do anything wrong.

N-T-A for not opening the door. You were scared. But totally YTA because there were shots fired, police at door, and you didn’t call the parents!

NAH. Understandable why you didn’t answer the door. Understandable concerns.

Smart move! Safety first, no loss in losing the job.

Valid reasons for not answering the door, but payment dispute.

Babysitter’s tough call: Ignored cops, lost job!

“Tipping as a babysitter? I didn’t know that was a thing!”

YTA for ignoring the cops and expecting a tip!

Babysitter ignored cops, YTA. Should’ve called parents. Different perspectives clash! ‍♀️

Babysitter’s safety concern misunderstood by mom. Soft YTA.

NTA: Rich people living on a different planet

“YTA. You should have asked the cops what they wanted! “

NTA – Don’t talk to the police without a lawyer

“ESH – She tried to not pay you, you were snarky.”

Babysitting: Tip expectations can be surprising!

NAH, differing experiences with police caused a misunderstanding.

ESH- Babysitter did a great job watching the kids, but should’ve contacted the parents ‍♂️

Babysitter’s poor crisis response lost them the job!

NTA: Babysitter prioritized safety, but faced criticism for lack of action

Babysitter gets called out for being condescending and unprofessional!

NTA. Safety first! Open door = potential danger for kids.

Safety concerns: NAH’s viewpoint vs. babysitter’s job lost

Babysitter outsmarts potential fake cops at the door!

“Safety first! Can’t blame OP for being cautious. “

You’re TA for speaking rudely. NTA for not answering the door.

Babysitting tip drama: Are you the a**hole or not?

NTA: Stay safe and protect your privacy!

Police aren’t reliable! NTA, hire this babysitter for safety!

Navigating the dangers of interacting with cops as a babysitter

NWA vibes! NTA, but can’t say it here!

Safety first! NTA – grateful for protecting the children

Babysitter prioritizes kids, faces backlash for not opening door ‍♀️

White dude refuses to answer cops, no useful information. NTA.

NTA: Yelling “I’m a cop” doesn’t always mean they are ‍♂️

NTA. Smart decision, better off not babysitting for them again!

Firm policy: No cats out, no cops in. NTA!

Scary situation! Babysitter refuses to open door for police. NTA.

Babysitter stands up to cops and keeps job!

Tricky situation: Babysitter didn’t open door for cops. Parents overreacted!

NTA learns the hard way about police danger. Cultural shift!

NTA: No obligation to answer the door to the police!

Safety first! NTA for prioritizing your well-being and the kids’.

“NTA – Ignoring the cops? No harm done, privileged bubble!”

YTA for not informing the parents

NTA: Babysitter’s safety concerns should be respected.

NAH. Misunderstandings happen, but do you really have to tip?

Babysitter wonders if tipping is becoming a regular thing now?

Stay safe! Call 911 to confirm if it’s a cop

NTA Living in a safe country without guns, I empathize

Safety first! NTA for not answering the door to strangers

Understanding fear of police: a crucial conversation.

Door stays shut unless cops have a warrant!

“NTA – Never talk to the cops! And never let them in your home under any circumstance.”