Vehicle held by mechanic over unpaid work, Merrillville IN
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According to the dispatch call, an out-of-state caller reported that her vehicle is being held by a mechanic because she has not paid for the repairs. She was informed that this is a civil issue.
Audio|Heard on: Lake County Public Safety
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Transcript:
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A civil matter, near East 83rd Place.
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The caller is out of state wanting to report her vehicle withheld by a mechanic due to unpaid work.
00:15
She was advised this is a civil matter.
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Location mentioned:
E 83rd Pl, Merrillville, IN 46410
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