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Obit: Henry Wayne Fenimore, age 77, passed away peacefully at home on April 21, 2024, after a yearlong battle with pancreatic cancer. He was a graduate of Dickinson High School Class of 1964. Out of high school, he joined and served in the Delaware Army National Guard for four years. From then he and his two brothers, Herbie and Bobby, set off to start what would become a lifetime career commitment for all three of them and formed B&F Towing in 1967. B&F Towing is always easily recognizable on roadways by the fleet’s vibrant color – Yellow! But what was even more evident to everyone was the bond that the brothers shared and how it shaped into an unbreakable, and mutually respectful partnership, where they not only took care of each other, but built their business being dedicated to their employees, customers, and their community. Henry would accept nothing less, but to lead the way and set the standard of excellence and growth for towing companies in Delaware and beyond. Henry became a champion of training, modernization and advancement in the industry that would span over five decades of innovation in the towing and recovery, as well as salvage industry. He was one of 13 founding members of the Towing and Recovery Association of America (TRAA), as well as a member of the Delaware Motor Transport Association, Automotive Recyclers Association, Delaware Towing Association, and Armstrong Lodge No. 26 Freemasons of Delaware. JUST TO NAME A FEW! Most notably, his career achievements culminated in 2022 with his induction as #350 into the International Towing and Recovery Hall of Fame. These achievements and his larger-than-life personality brought him to be known as “Uncle Henry” to worldwide friends and industry peers. Although Henry would not say it himself, he is quickly described by many as an icon Delawarean and legend in the tow industry. Henry was a friend to all with his magnetic personality. He stayed close with classmates from elementary school to the person he just met, as well as his doctors and patient care teams. When he met you, you became his friend. His hobbies included racing, especially side-by-side with his best friend Biddy who together built many checkered-flag winning sprint race cars during their times with the United Racing Club (URC). You could find Henry at the local auctions finding a great deal or jumping into the thrill to outbid everyone for a good find. Henry loved a good meal and having conversations with people which is why you could always find him in the local diners around Delaware to enjoy a good meal and fellowship. He will forever be remembered for his deep love of family, countless friendships extended to anyone and everyone, and his generosity to those in need. Henry believed in contributing to the community that the business served. It was always a “yes, whatever you need” – and he was there for you, even if it was just to listen, tell a story, or help in some way. Henry always gave an immediate ‘yes’ to support countless charities and organizations in the community, especially when it came to honoring our military, or in support of law enforcement, the fire service, or our children. Henry was predeceased by his parents Harvey C. Fenimore, Sr. and Annie Fenimore; his stepsons Keith Russell and Jeff Russell; brothers Harvey C. Fenimore Jr., J. Herbert Fenimore Sr., Donald R. Fenimore Sr., Roger A. Fenimore; and sisters Frances L. Maley, and Audrey F. Watt. He is together again with his beloved four-legged companion, his dog, Abby. Henry’s greatest love and legacy was his family. Henry is survived by his children Christine F. Kubik (David Agnor), Barbara A. Fenimore (Tommy Ellis), Curtis R. Fenimore, and Adam K. Fenimore (Terri), and step-daughter-in-law Christina Russell; his grandchildren Ryan, Joseph, Brandon, Sloane, Fiona, and Dominic – all who were the true light of his life. In addition, Henry is survived by his brothers Robert D. Fenimore (Carol) and Randall B. Fenimore (Susan Brady); sisters Phyllis F. Campbell, Ellen Jane Sandstrom, Evelyn J. F. Callahan (Ed), and sisters-in-law Kathleen R. Fenimore and Susanna P.B. Fenimore; as well as a host of nieces and nephews and extended family. Henry loved to mentor and was most proud of three of his nephews - Jim Fenimore, Wayne Fenimore and David Fenimore – all who chose careers in the towing business with him. Henry loved his time together with his companion and girlfriend, Lillian Pierson. Friends may call 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. on Friday, April 26, at the McCrery & Harra Funeral Home (3710 Kirkwood Hwy., Wilmington, DE 19808). Services will be held at the funeral home at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 27. Interment at Silverbrook Cemetery will follow. In lieu of flowers and in the spirit of giving that Henry lived by and inspired us all, please consider a donation in his memory to the International Towing Museum’s Survivor Fund. The job of a towing operator is one of the most dangerous in the world. These men and women work perilously close to high-speed traffic and routinely face the danger of impaired, inattentive, and distracted drivers. The Survivor Fund provides immediate financial support to the families of towing operators who lost their lives in the line of service to the motoring public. Link: https://internationaltowingmuseum.app.neoncrm.com/forms/henry-fenimore-in-memory Mail: International Towing Museum Survivor Fund, 3315 Broad Street, Chattanooga, Tennessee 37408 The family would like to extend heartfelt gratitude for the care given to Henry over the last year by Dr. William Lee, Eileen Gabrielli, and the entire oncology team at Helen F Graham Cancer Center, as well as the team at Compassionate Care Hospice. In addition, Henry experienced life’s health challenges over the years for which he was always thankful for the life-saving measures taken by his physicians who he called friends: Dr. Anthony Furey, Dr. Mark Blackwell, Dr. Kathryn Bowser, and Dr. Stuart Felzer. https://www.mccreryandharra.com/obituaries/2024-04-23-fenimore-henry-w

AUSTIN While millions of Texans commute to work on highways every week, they pass inches away from the worksites for thousands of law enforcement personnel, first responders and road maintenance crews. Unfortunately, many of them are killed in crashes every year on the job, which is why TxDOT is calling on Texas drivers to keep roadside workers safe by remembering to “Move Over or Slow Down.” The state’s Move Over or Slow Down law requires drivers to move over — putting a lane between them and roadside workers — or reduce their speed to 20 mph below the posted speed limit when passing law enforcement, tow trucks, utility vehicles, emergency responders and TxDOT vehicles stopped with activated overhead lights on the side of the road. Changes to the law went into effect on Sept. 1, 2023, and impose heftier penalties for violations, including fines of up to $1,250 for a first offense. Stricter penalties for drivers who cause serious injuries by failing to follow these rules now include possible jail time and a fine of up to $4,000. Every year, law enforcement officers, tow truck drivers and other roadside workers do essential work protecting and maintaining our roads, but some are hit, injured or killed while serving our community. TxDOT’s “Be Safe. Drive Smart” public awareness campaign asks all drivers to respect these workers who are vital to keeping our roads clear and safe. The Move Over or Slow Down law requires drivers to: Be on alert and pay attention when approaching roadside law enforcement, emergency vehicles, tow trucks, utility vehicles and TxDOT vehicles with flashing lights on. When possible, move out of the lane closest to these vehicles. Slow down to 20 mph below the posted speed limit if safely switching lanes is not possible or the road doesn’t offer multiple lanes. Reduce speed to 5 mph on roadways with posted speed limits of 25 mph or less. The state’s Move Over or Slow Down law was first passed in 2003 and applied to law enforcement, fire and emergency medical services vehicles. The Texas Legislature has since extended the law’s protections to include TxDOT vehicles, tow trucks and utility service vehicles. Be Safe. Drive Smart. is a key component of #EndTheStreakTX, a broader social media and word-of-mouth effort that encourages drivers to make safer choices while behind the wheel to help end the streak of daily deaths. Nov. 7, 2000, was the last deathless day on Texas roadways. RESOURCE LINK

Clemson police looking for driver who hit tow truck worker, drove off CLEMSON, S.C. (FOX Carolina) - The Clemson Police Department is asking the public’s help in identifying a driver involved in a hit and run. The department said the crash took place on Wednesday, April 17 at around 9 p.m. on Old Greenville Highway. Police said they were working another crash and diverting traffic into the center turn lane to go around the scene when the vehicle hit one of the tow truck workers. The worker was knocked to the ground and taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries. “We believe the driver was looking at the crash scene and not paying attention to what was in front of them,” officials said. Officials said the driver continued northbound towards Central without stopping. RESOURCE LINK

Tow truck driver 'blessed' to be alive after being hit by a car on Loop 101 PHOENIX - Ramon Garcia's life flashed before his eyes on April 18. That's when the AAA tow truck driver was rushed to the hospital after being struck by a car on Loop 101 while trying to load a vehicle onto his flatbed. "I just went numb. I couldn't feel my legs. I didn't know what to expect.," his wife Yolanda Garcia told FOX 10. "I got the call from the paramedics. Even showing up to the hospital, the paramedics said, ‘we don’t know how he is alive.'" Ramon said he could hear the AAA member screaming for him to watch out for an incoming car near Loop 101 and 27th Avenue, but it was too late. A distracted driver crashed into the left side of his body. "I was scared and as I kind of recuperated a little bit, I did get angry," Garcia said. "I'm not going to lie because I saw my leg and said, ‘I’m done,' you know? I thought it was over for me." Garcia, a tow truck driver for 27 years, managed to pull his body onto the bed of his tow truck when he realized his left leg suffered the most damage. At the hospital, Garcia discovered he had six broken bones from his knee to his foot. He went into surgery that night. "(We're) beyond blessed that it's just his leg," Yolanda said. Garcia has a message for distracted drivers: "We have all our flashing lights, everything, you know, at the end of the day we all want to get home," Garcia said. What are the next steps in Garcia's recovery? It is going to be a long road ahead for Garcia. His days going forward will be filled with appointments and therapy. He is forced to put a pause on the job that has supported his family for the last 27 years. "I'm beyond blessed to be here," Garcia said. A fundraiser will be held for him on Saturday beginning at 6:30 p.m. on 1301 W. Watkins Street in Phoenix. RESOURCE LINK

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30 Days Selling On TikTok Shop #affiliatemarketing

Container falls off semi on freeway

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Finally sold!

It was a busy weekend at the Collins booth at the PWOF Tow Show in Florida. Products on display and demonstrated: • Collins SLZ Hi-Speed Dolly • Collins G7 Hi-Speed Dolly • Collins T12 Center-Cambered 104” Cross Rails • Collins Carrier Dolly System for Vehicles & Motorcycles • Collins Tow Cradle Adaptor for Carrier & Highway Dollies • Collins Ball Joint Adaptor for Carrier Dolly • Collins Streamliner 48” Underbody Box & 1/4 Fender Box All of which received glowing reviews from tow show attendees. Next stop, Las Vegas Nevada: May 1st & 2nd. See you there!

Monterey Woman Faces Felony Charges After Stolen Tow Truck Chase, Assault at Redwood City Gym Laura Kettell, a 35-year-old woman from Monterey, was arrested after allegedly stealing a tow truck and leading police on a dangerous chase that included a confrontation at a Planet Fitness in Redwood City. The Redwood City Police Department reported that on April 19th, at approximately 6:03 pm, officers responded to a call from Enterprise Rent-a-Car about the theft, setting off a series of events that culminated in Kettell's arrest and multiple felony charges. After locating the stolen vehicle unattended at a Jack in the Box in San Carlos, the responding officer's vehicles were rammed by Kettell as she re-entered the tow truck. One of the police vehicles was shoved across the parking lot, with the officer narrowly avoiding severe injury. A chase ensued when the tow truck failed to yield, reaching speeds of 80-90 mph on southbound Highway 101 before law enforcement called off the pursuit due to an altercation involving another motorist and the suspected tow truck. CHP took over shortly after, but the cat-and-mouse game continued as they located the tow truck with help from a GPS tracker. A collision occurred when Kettell abruptly braked, and a CHP unit struck the tow truck. Kettell then allegedly burglarized a home on Silver Hill Rd in Redwood City before the pursuit picked up again. The Sheriff’s Office and other agencies joined to support, but the chase was eventually terminated thanks to the tracker providing real-time updates of Kettell’s location. Kettell finally ditched the tow truck and proceeded to assault an employee, identified as her boyfriend, inside Planet Fitness on Walnut Street. Police officers converged on the scene and, after a resisted attempt to detain her, deployed a canine partner that bit Kettell on her hip, which led to her eventual surrender. Kettell received treatment for her injuries before being booked on numerous charges, including felony assault with a deadly weapon, vehicle theft, and burglary. An RCPD officer sustained injuries during the initial vehicle assault and was treated at a local hospital but has since been released. RESOURCE LINK

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It has been quite some time since we impounded a vehicle with a Dog. During an Arrest, the police either find someone to take responsibility for the animal or call animal control to take it to the shelter. On private property impounded we do our best to to care for the animal. We make a call to the shelter as a last resort. Had a debtor keep his hunting dogs in their cages in the bed. We waited one morning till he went to sleep and grabbed to truck with the dogs. I'll have you know it took him 48 hours to come and get the dogs. Of course, in the end, the bank released the truck. We figured he got the payments up to date. Yes, we fed and watered the dogs. Parked inside the building and even cleaned the cages with a hose. Yeah, we went over and beyond. What would you have done? Keep in mind this individual was known to be dangerous. A couple of repo companies had already had confrontations.