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Large illegal fire in dumpster behind Des Moines car wash, Des Moines IA

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E University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

Several homeless people started a large illegal fire in a dumpster behind a car wash near East University Avenue in Des Moines.

Audio|Heard on: Des Moines Police Dispatch 1
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Both cars near East University Avenue.
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Near East University Avenue.
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There is an illegal burn.
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Primary caller reported several homeless people have a large fire in the dumpster behind a car wash.

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Location mentioned:
E University Ave, Des Moines, IA 50317

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