Boyle Heights residents outraged after LAPD tows vehicles amid warehouse fire emergency
Summary
Residents of Boyle Heights faced difficulties after the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) towed nearly 10 vehicles during a large warehouse fire emergency. Some vehicle owners say they were not parked illegally and now have to pay fees, adding financial stress during the crisis.Key Facts
- A warehouse fire at the Lineage cold storage facility caused a long emergency response lasting nearly two weeks.
- The LAPD towed nine vehicles during firefighting efforts; five had expired registrations, and one was non-operational.
- Vehicle owners claim their cars were legally parked and were willing to move them but were towed anyway.
- Some residents had to pay up to $100 in fees to retrieve their vehicles, adding financial burdens.
- LAPD cited California Vehicle Code Section 22651(n) to justify towing parked vehicles blocking restricted zones.
- A former federal prosecutor suggested the wrong legal code might have been used and that owners should not pay for towing costs in this case.
- Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass’ office promised to return vehicles without extra costs and is working with local officials to assist residents.
- Councilwoman Ysabel Jurado plans to propose waiving city fees and improving future towing procedures during emergencies.
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