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News 8 Investigation: How can Connecticut tow companies sell your car?


Published on 2025-05-04 18:21:30 -
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  • Connecticut residents are advocating for changes in legislation to prevent tow companies from selling their cars after 15 days, citing unfair practices and financial hardships.

The article from Yahoo News discusses an investigation by News 8 into the practices of a towing company in Connecticut, J's Towing, which has been accused of predatory towing and overcharging. The investigation revealed that the company towed vehicles from private lots without proper authorization and charged exorbitant fees, sometimes up to $500 for a single tow. Customers reported being unable to retrieve their vehicles without paying these high fees, and some even faced threats of their cars being sold at auction if they did not comply. The report highlighted the lack of regulation in the towing industry, prompting calls for legislative action to protect consumers from such practices. The Department of Motor Vehicles and local police are now looking into the matter, with potential legal action against J's Towing being considered.

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[ https://www.yahoo.com/news/news-8-investigation-connecticut-tow-104425727.html ]