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Reckless towing incident on Merle Hay Rd

Heard on: Des Moines Police Dispatch 1
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Just had cars report of a reckless driver southbound Merle Hay Rd and Urbandale Ave.
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Merle Hay Rd & Urbandale Ave, Des Moines, IA 50322
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As discussed during the dispatch call, officers received a report of a possible reckless driver traveling south on Merle Hay Road near Urbandale Avenue. The vehicle involved appeared to be a truck towing a van with a chain and lacking proper brake lights or towing equipment.

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