Two thoughts here.
First one, what others are saying; there was a play at 2nd, there needs to be a call. Sure, there is a new play with the runner in jeopardy, but call the first one.
Second thought; by not making a call, aren't you telling others something? Same as play at plate where runner misses the plate, we do NOT (well, except for NCAA) do a no-call, tipping the defense that there is still a play. As umpires, that's not our role.
So, call the safe, emphasis as needed; then let the players finish the play as the results sink in.
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Steve
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