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What to Know If Your Car Needs Towed: An Investigative Report Inside Pennsylvania’s Car Towing System

It’s crucial to be aware of your rights when dealing with towing companies. Across the commonwealth, numerous deceitful tow truck operators target drivers with outrageous overcharges in their vulnerable, post-crash state. Follow KDKA-TV lead investigator Andy Sheehan as he talks to real Pennsylvanians who have been affected by these “rogue towers” and the excessive fees they charge owners on their compromised vehicles.

Part 1: Pittsburghers charged thousands of dollars to get cars towed after crashes

CBS News

November 20, 2023

Part 2: Pennsylvania insurance fraud agency warns of “wreck chasers” charging thousands after towing cars

CBS News

November 21, 2023

Dozens of new felony charges filed against Pittsburgh tow truck driver accused of inflating costs

WPXI

October 31, 2024

Insurance Fraud Charges Filed Against Collision King Towing Owner Following Deceptive Practices

August 10, 2024

NJ woman charged excessive towing fee after being hit by stolen car on I-76

6abc

June 28, 2024

Pittsburgh company accused of illegally inflating tow costs, charging $300K

TribLIVE

April 18, 2024

Charges: Western Pa. Tow Truck Operator Inflated Costs, Charged 27 Vehicle Owners Nearly $300K for Short-Trip Tows

PA Office of Attorney General

April 18, 2024

New Florida Law Protects Consumers Against Dishonest Towers

NICB

March 28, 2024

Predatory towing is ‘a crime we all pay for.’ Here’s how to avoid it

The Philadelphia Inquirer

January 22, 2024

High towing bills after crashes leave drivers frustrated and confused

The Philadelphia Inquirer

January 14, 2024

Pennsylvania insurance fraud agency warns of “wreck chasers” charging thousands after towing cars

CBS News

November 21, 2023

Warrington cuts ties with tow truck company over insurance fraud claim

The Bucks County Herald

April 20, 2023