Her Iife was at stake, and she did
Woman Uses Pizza Hut App to Call for Help During Hostage Situation
In Florida, Cheryl Treadway and her children were held at knifepoint by her boyfriend on May 4, 2015.
Desperate, she placed an order for a small pepperoni pizza through the Pizza Hut app—
and included a note asking for help, revealing she was being held hostage.
The restaurant staff acted quickly, alerting authorities and helping save lives.
Treadway’s story underscores the importance of recognizing subtle cries for help and taking them seriously.
Resources like the National Domestic Violence Hotline provide guidance for survivors,
including safety planning, legal advice, and support for leaving abusive situations.
Experts stress that escaping abuse often requires careful preparation and assistance.
Her experience serves as a powerful reminder:
paying attention to warning signs—and acting on them—can be life-saving.
