what would you do?

[Bann]

I would definitely call first. Once you intervene, that maybe your only chance to call.

MY first instinct would be to get the child. :shrug

 

[xobxdoc]

MY first instinct would be to get the child. :shrug

I guess it all depends on the situation. My thought is anyone deranged enough to beat a child with a rope is probably capable of doing worse to me. As a first responder, you are taught to get backup and then respond. It is not possible in all situations.