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Just throwing this out there for a possible project. If you're located in Wilkes-Barre, Pa. give us a reply here. Thanks
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This Topic was Originally created on Tow411 in September of 2011: We had an interesting job Saturday night that I wanted to share. Got a call from a large leasing company that they had a pup trailer that was disabled near us and needed to get it to Louisville Ky. I told them we could get it to the Ohio border which was about a 320 mile trip one way for us. I suggested that we had a friend near the border that would assist and asked them to check if they used Jeswald's out of Austintown Oh. They said yes that they use them and one other if necessary but I told them we work with these guys and it would make the transition easier. They agreed and made the contact…
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From the PA Towing Association: Call for Action ATTENTION ALL MEMBERS Please review the attached link, House Bill 880 that has been introduced by the insurance industry. This bill was introduced on March 12th, addressed to the House Transportation Committee. This bill would act as an amendment to the current Towing and Towing Storage Facility Standards Act, Act of July 5, 2012 P.L. 990, No. 110. We're calling on all of you to notify your local representative and let them know that you're dissatisfied with this bill. …
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WE ARE: A constantly expanding Towing Company of veterans. Trusted across Western New York & beyond. Handling challenging & routine work daily. WHAT WE NEED: PART/FULL-TIME TOWING AND ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE OPERATORS, with Towing Endorsement & Driver Abstract for immediate consideration. Training during Day Shift for inexperienced, verifiable experience req. for immediate night shifts. WHAT WE'D LIKE: B Class+ with Air Brake Endorsement Preferred Canada Travel Capability Preferred CONTACT US IF YOU'RE: …
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I have always been under the impression in PA, that when towing with a wrecker, the amber lights must be on and if the wrecker turn and stop lights are visible behind the causality, there is no need to add stop and turn lights on the causality. Recently, I have seen the lights added when the wrecker lights are clearly visible. What is the law?
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PITTSTON, PA (WNEP) -- Tow truck companies are taking a hard hit during this health crisis. Joe Lokuta has owned Lokuta’s Towing in Pittston Township since 1966. “We normally do 800 calls a month, and we’re probably down, we didn’t count it exactly, we’re down around 200, maybe 250 calls a month," said Lokuta. One day recently, Lokuta took four calls. Normally, he takes 35 per day. With people staying home during this crisis, he has having to make tough decisions. “We didn’t lay anybody off yet. We’re trying not to, but in all these years of business I’ve never seen it so, so bad.” Lokuta is trying to stay p…
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Bureau Of Fire Chester, PA Company 81, 82, Chester Car 3, Crozer EMS, and City Of Chester Police Department are just clearing this accident on 291 at Penn Street. Chester Car 3 (Krapf) arrived and reported a serious motor vehicle accident with 4 occupants trapped in 2 vehicles. Ladder 82 arrived on scene and began extrication, while Engines 81 and 82 stabilized the vehicles and assisted EMS. Use caution in the area, as units are still on scene.
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PITTSBURGH (KDKA) – Police in Munhall arrested a man after he led them on a chase onto the parkway in a tow truck. According to the criminal complaint, Michael Kiselka was towing a car without his caution lights on along 8th Avenue in Munhall when police pulled him over. Kiselka did pull off the road but the sped up and continued to travel along 8th Avenue. From there, police chased Kiselka up Brownshill Road to the intersection of Hazelwood Avenue. During the chase, Kiselka ran red lights, swerved into oncoming traffic, and passed vehicles in oncoming lanes. The chase eventually led to the Parkway East where he drove around traffic on …
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After watching this video, you might just say "Yeah, I Can See That" and while it may not have been an action most would have taken. Many a Tow Operator and even more so a Tow Company Owner would want to go after a vehicle that struck the tow truck. The method this owners chose can be debated over and over. But, the video does provide an explanation and no one in the industry know what their reaction is going to be in the heat of the moment.
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Police: Indiana County man killed by own tow truck during repossession in McKeesport A tow truck driver from Indiana County making a repossession was killed early Tuesday in McKeesport when the tow truck he was operating rolled back over him, Allegheny County police said. Andrew Sester, 42, of Lucerne Mines (Center Township), was pronounced dead at 4:54 a.m., according to the Allegheny County Medical Examiner’s office. McKeesport police and paramedics were dispatched at 4:45 a.m. for a man who was reported under a tow truck in the 2000 block of Monongahela Avenue. Allegheny County police assisted and they le…
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Pennsylvania State Police are seeking stolen Day Cab Tractor and a Sliding Axle Trailer. This was reported stolen from Button Road in Springville Township in Susquehanna County. The red, 2005 Freightliner tractor towing a black flatbed Landoll trailer has “Summit Core Supply Heavy Duty Truck Parts” in chrome lettering on both its doors.
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PHILADELPHIA (CBS) – Police are searching for a driver after a tow truck crashed into three parked cars in Philadelphia’s Mayfair section. The front-end of the tow truck is smashed in and a mess was left behind. The crash happened just before 11 p.m. Sunday on the 4100 block of Princeton Avenue. One person was taken to the hospital, but their condition is unclear at this time. Police say the tow truck driver fled the scene. RESOURCE LINK with video
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Chad Issac Lantz, 29, of Munhall, formerly of Donora, died unexpectedly Tuesday, January 14, 2020. He was born April 25, 1990 in Monroeville, the son of Kim Miller Lantz who survives and resides in Belle Vernon and the late Wesley R. Lantz. For the past three years, Chad was a truck driver for Culgan Towing Inc. in Pittsburgh. When he wasn’t working, he was being a devoted father to his children. In addition to his mother, he is survived by his daughter, Tabitha Lantz of Washington; three sons, Brady, Tyler and Landon Lantz, and their mother, Meghan Eager, all of Irwin; brother, Wesley Lantz and wife Michele of North Charleroi; sister, Michel Lantz-Horner …
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$500,000 of damage and four dogs died in McCandless Towing fire Penfield, PA – More information is being revealed about a fire that destroyed McCandless Towing near Penfield on Thursday morning, but the cause of the fire remains unknown. McCandless Towing, which is located on Hickory Road, near Route 255/Bennetts Valley Highway, caught fire around 5 a.m. Thursday. By the time fire crews arrived, the building was already fully involved and flames were through the roof of the garage. Fire departments worked together to make sure the fire didn’t spread. Chief Ray Himes of the Penfield Fire Department requested …
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Truck drives into neighbors house when no one was inside.
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As the towing division director for AASP-PA, I would like to hear from the PA Salvors. What would you liked to see changed with the abandoned vehicle process? What can be eliminated and what can be added to make the process simpler and more efficient. Please keep the comments to the point. Let's be professional about this please. I know as a licensed PA Salvor, I have my own opinions but I would like to hear from others. Mike Hippensteel Hippensteel Auto Inc. Towing Division Director, AASP-PA
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Pennsylvania Towing Association Death Notification: To all of our friends and acquaintances in the towing industry. It is with deepest sadness that we must report that we have lost a true gentleman and professional in our industry today. Unfortunately, Pat Herring had lost his life in a tragic accident. We ask that you keep his family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Pat was very active in the towing industry, he served as second vice-president for the Pennsylvania Towing Association for many years. He actively participated in many political meetings for our industry. He represented the t…
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ANYONE WISHING TO BRING A WRECKER TO THE FUNERAL SERVICES FOR BILLY LEONHAUSER OF PENNDEL TOWING AND RECOVERY PLEASE BE AT THE FUNERAL HOME BY 8:00AM. VIEWING STARTS AT 9:00 AM BUT PAUL AND I WOULD LIKE THE TRUCKS LINED UP EARLY. THE TRUCKS SHOULD BE PARKED ON THE SHOULDER OF TRENTON ROAD FACING ROUTE 413 THE PROCESSION WILL TAKE US PAST BILL'S SHOP AND THEN TO THE CEMETERY. PARKING FOR THE TRUCKS WILL BE THE CENTER TURNING LANE ON COUNTY LINE ROAD IN FRONT OF THE CEMETERY. IF YOU PLAN ON BRINGING A TRUCK PLEASE LEAVE A NOTE AND PASS THIS ON TO ANYONE THAT MIGHT WANT TO COME. SERVICES ARE AT DOUGHERTY FUNERAL HOME …
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More than 20 tow trucks loaded load their cabs with donations for Toys for Tots to take to an event at Mimmo's Italian Restaurant in southwest Reading. RESOURCE LINK with video "also to be added to topic when available".
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Pennsylvania Towing Association Notification: Click on the link below to view the Safety Subject of the month. This is an interesting subject involving lighting for our trucks. http://www.patowing.com/files/cushycms_uploads/pta_safety_committee_34_225826189.pdf Please drive safely and beware of your surroundings! @brian991219
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PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- Police said the driver of a flatbed tow truck lost control and hit a traffic light and utility poles in Philadelphia's Mayfair section early Wednesday. It happened around 1:30 a.m. near Cottman and Brous avenues. Officials said no one was hurt but it caused a traffic mess. About 300 Peco customers lost power following the incident. As of 4 a.m., PECO said approximately 9 customers remained in the dark. RESOURCE LINK
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Police arrest tow truck driver after alleged hit and run involving traffic flagger Police arrested and charged a truck driver after he allegedly hit a traffic flagger and fled the scene. The incident occurred on September 28 just after 4 p.m. According to a report by authorities, the truck driver was towing a car at an intersection near the Water Street Bridge construction site in Hellertown. He allegedly disregarded the traffic flagger's directions and made a left turn. Police said that the driver struck the flagger with the front right passenger side of the truck. The driver continued down the street and left the scene, said polic…
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VIDEO PENDING HARFORD TOWNSHIP, Pa. -- A crash on the interstate in Susquehanna County sent three people to the hospital. It happened just after midnight on Interstate 81 southbound near Harford. State police say a tractor trailer hit a tow truck and a car on the side of the road just after Exit 217 (the Harford exit). Another car was also sideswiped by that semi while traveling alongside it. Three people were taken to the hospital for minor injuries. They are all expected to be okay. Interstate 81 was closed while crews cleaned up the wreck here in Susquehanna County. RESOURCE LINK with v…
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Tuesday, July 16, 2019 4:59AM PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- An out-of-control SUV slammed into four cars, Monday afternoon, including a Philadelphia police vehicle and a Philadelphia Parking Authority tow truck. It happened along the 4400 block of Paul Street, in the city's Frankford section. Police say the driver first hit the tow truck, then side-swiped the officer's vehicle, before hitting two parked cars. That driver was taken to the hospital. Nobody else was hurt. The crash is still under investigation. RESOURCE LINK with video
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Upper Gwynedd Township Fire Department - 06.29.19 Crews were dispatched to 1001 Valley Forge Road for a reported vehicle rescue. Prior to Squad 80’s arrival the PD was able to safely remove the patient from the car. UGFD will remain on location until the vehicle is safely removed by the tow agency. Source: Upper Gwynedd Township Fire Department Crash at Montgomery County retirement home ends with car wedged in building. UPPER GWYNEDD TWP., Pa. (WPVI) -- Police in Montgomery County are investigating a puzzling…
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Jason Stotlemyer, 27, is paralyzed after being shot by another tow truck driver while he was attempting to tow a car on Washington Boulevard in Pittsburgh.
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Prosecutors will not pursue criminal charges against a tow truck driver who shot and paralyzed a rival during a fight over territory earlier this year in Pittsburgh’s Highland Park. Fred Rabner, attorney for Jerald Robinson, said the District Attorney’s Office has indicated there will be no criminal charges filed against his client, Jerald Robinson. Robinson and another tow truck driver, Jason Stotlemeyer, responded to a crash on Washington Boulevard about 3:40 p.m. Feb. 2, police said at the time. The two began to argue, and Stotlemeyer retrieved a baseball bat from his truck. Robinson shot him, according to police. Mike Ma…
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Got home from the Florida show yesterday & my son surprised me with a new truck! Two of my grandkids explained all of the technology & how stuff works.... Oh and "Dallas" waiting to go for a ride. My wife & I are blessed with great kids & grandchildren....
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WEST BRUNSWICK TWP., Pa. Fatal crash reported in Schuylkill County A portion of Route 61 remains closed as investigators look into the cause of the three-vehicle crash. At least one person was killed Monday night in a crash in Schuylkill County just north of the Berks County line, according to officials. Crews were dispatched at 7 p.m. to the intersection of Route 61 (Centre Turnpike) and Route 895 (Summer Valley Road) in Molino for the report of a vehicle accident with entrapment. Initial reports indicated at least three vehicles were involved in the crash, including a flat-bed tow truck that came …
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