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Yahoo
17 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Kansas City tow companies fighting back: ‘Nobody's listening'
SMITHVILLE, Mo. – Embattled tow operators in the Kansas City metro are now fighting back. One impound operator is filing suit, contending the city's efforts to prevent illegal towing expose tow truck operators to liability. Owners at Kansas City's Private Party Impound say they're filing suit against Jackson County and the city. Private Party owners say they have the support of at least 20 other tow operators. Jackson County to reclassify short-term rentals in new ordinance The suit contends a new Kansas City ordinance meant to lessen predatory towing will force impound companies to face liability. The lawsuit claims tow companies will now be forced to release impounded cars to people who don't own them. Under current regulations, anyone picking up an impounded automobile must present personal identification, proof of insurance, and proof of ownership. Kansas City councilmembers say they've heard complaints from the public about predatory towing. The council approved the new city ordinance on May 1, but it won't take effect until January 1, 2026. Private party impound operator Jay Bloodworth believes the county and city are driving into an area governed by Missouri statutes, and that releasing a vehicle to someone who isn't a registered owner will lead to lawsuits against impound companies. 'When we impound someone's car, it's in our care and custody. We're responsible for that vehicle. As a result of that, we're responsible to give it back to the correct party also,' Bloodworth said on Wednesday. Supreme Court backs Missouri's ban on gender transitions for children Bloodworth was arrested on May 13 as part of an investigation by the Missouri Department of Revenue into alleged illegal towing practices. Ron Rogers, a driver for Smithville's GT Towing, agrees with Bloodworth's opposition to Kansas City's ordinance. 'Nobody's listening to us. If (the public) would take a second and listen to both sides, maybe they would change their minds,' Rogers says tow company operators are seeking an injunction regarding the new ordinance. A Kansas City spokesperson says the city doesn't comment on pending litigation. The first courtroom date for Private Party Impound's lawsuit is October 7. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
17 hours ago
- Yahoo
Another Kansas City tow company under investigation after police raid
KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Another local towing company is being investigated by police. An employee with Maxx Towing confirmed that police raided the business this week. Police and prosecutors continue to crack down on alleged predatory impound practices. One employee at Maxx Towing said the impound company's staff didn't expect Wednesday morning's visit from police. A Kansas City Police spokesperson confirmed one car was taken from the tow lot that day. Kansas City tow companies fighting back: 'Nobody's listening' One neighbor said the section of Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard outside Maxx Towing's lot was filled with police cars on Wednesday morning. FOX4 is aware of a viral video clip that shows the raid as it happened. KCPD Sergeant Phil DiMartino said several items of interest were taken from the lot in addition to the confiscated car. Sgt. DiMartino said this investigation is part of a follow-up to a previous inquiry police conducted at that location, but he could not Friday morning, FOX4 News approached employees at Maxx Towing, but they locked the impound lot's gates and refused to answer questions. FOX4 News also attempted to contact Maxx Towing's owner via telephone, but our message wasn't answered on Friday afternoon. Since May 1, Kansas City Police have directed their attention toward businesses accused of illegal towing practices. Kansas City Mayor Quinton Lucas and Jackson County Prosecutor Melesa Johnson worked together on new ordinances designed to crack down on impound companies after hearing complaints from the public. New claims from alleged victims of KC tow company under criminal investigation The Missouri Department of Revenue's investigation into Kansas City's Private Party Impound led to the arrest of company owner Jay Bloodworth, who faces charges of forging documents related to towing calls. Bloodworth continues to deny these accusations. Jackson County prosecutors couldn't confirm if Maxx Towing is currently being investigated, but an overall inquiry into illegal towing continues. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
CTV News
6 days ago
- CTV News
Two out-of-towners charged with racing in Barrie's south end
Two vehicles are being hauled away to an impound yard in Barrie, Ont., on Sat. June 14, 2025. Two men face charges after police say they were caught racing on a street in Barrie's south end over the weekend. According to local authorities, two vehicles were spotted travelling at high speeds on Mapleview Drive East around 8:30 Saturday morning. Police say both drivers are 30-year-old men from Waterloo. They are charged with racing a motor vehicle and speeding, and one was found to have no vehicle insurance. The involved vehicles were towed to impound yards where they will remain at the owner's expense for 14 days as a result of the racing charges. Both men were also handed 30-day licence suspensions.
Washington Post
04-06-2025
- General
- Washington Post
Have you received scam texts about an unpaid toll? You are not alone.
Text scams are the cockroaches of our digital lives — resilient and repulsive. With summer travel season starting and families hitting the road, I suspect many people will start seeing more scam toll and ticket text messages. On my phone, I have seen an increase in threats that I could face large penalties and even jail time. Others have been warned their vehicles could be impounded.
CTV News
21-05-2025
- CTV News
South Simcoe Police working to take impaired and stunt drivers off Innisfil roadways
South Simcoe Police impounded a car and charged the driver with stunt driving. Mon., May 19, 2025. SUBMITTED: South Simcoe Police.
