6-year-old recognized as hero after calling 911 when his mom had a medical emergency

WHITTIER, Calif. (KABC) -- A 6-year-old is being celebrated as a hero after he called 911 when his mother was having a medical emergency in January.

During Tuesday's Whittier City Council meeting, leaders recognized Fabian Gomez for saving his mother's life.
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Gomez stayed on the line with the 911 dispatcher while paramedics raced to the scene.

"The dispatchers were there. They took care of mommy for a little bit," said Gomez. "And they gave me a sticker and I stayed at my neighbor's house."
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Gomez learned how to call 911 by role playing with his mom. He says he wants other parents to do the same.