Traffic hazard from detached bumper on I‑35, Red Oak TX
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As discussed during the dispatch call, a gray Kia Soul lost its bumper on the southbound lanes of Interstate 35 near Olive Garden in Red Oak, Texas. The detached bumper was obstructing traffic, and the driver stopped nearby but could not safely retrieve it.
Audio|Heard on: Ellis TX Law Dispatch Group Calls
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Transcript:
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3032 traffic hazard.
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Go ahead. It's going to be southbound I‑35 in front of Olive Garden.
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Southbound 35 in front of Olive Garden.
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(name withheld) is advising they are driving a gray Kia Soul.
00:11
They have pulled over into a parking lot in that area, but their bumper came off and is in the way of traffic on the southbound side of the highway.
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They are trying to retrieve it but are unable to do so safely.
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Coming up.
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Be clear, is the bumper in the main lanes or the service road?
00:28
They advised main lane, but they should be standing by at an Olive Garden parking lot.
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Location mentioned:
N Interstate 35 E Rd, Red Oak, TX 75154
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